Decoding a Decade of MOOCs: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis of Growth, Collaboration, and Impact
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| Title: | Decoding a Decade of MOOCs: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis of Growth, Collaboration, and Impact |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Ronal Watrianthos, Selamat Triono Ahmad, Mukhlidi Muskhir |
| Source: | Journal of Educators Online. 2026 23(1). |
| Availability: | Journal of Educators Online. Grand Canyon University, 23300 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85017. e-mail: CIRT@gcu.edu. Web site: https://www.thejeo.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 16 |
| Publication Date: | 2026 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Information Analyses |
| Descriptors: | MOOCs, Literature Reviews, Bibliometrics, Educational Research, Educational Trends, Trend Analysis, Institutional Cooperation, Partnerships in Education, Online Courses |
| ISSN: | 1547-500X |
| Abstract: | This study employs a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of MOOC research literature from 2013 to 2022 to elucidate its evolution and impact. A total of 5,376 publications were analyzed using the Web of Science database. The analysis employed multiple bibliometric approaches including trend analysis, topic modeling, collaboration network analysis, and citation impact assessment. The findings indicate an exponential growth in MOOC publications through 2018, followed by a period of stabilization at 500-600 articles annually. Over time, however, there has been a discernible shift in research priorities, moving away from more general conceptual work and towards the development of specific pedagogical and technological innovations. Our analysis indicates that MOOC research has reached a point of maturity, with potential avenues for further inquiry into pedagogical approaches, technological integration, and sociocultural influences as MOOCs continue to exert a transformative influence on higher education. |
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| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1499135 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This study employs a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of MOOC research literature from 2013 to 2022 to elucidate its evolution and impact. A total of 5,376 publications were analyzed using the Web of Science database. The analysis employed multiple bibliometric approaches including trend analysis, topic modeling, collaboration network analysis, and citation impact assessment. The findings indicate an exponential growth in MOOC publications through 2018, followed by a period of stabilization at 500-600 articles annually. Over time, however, there has been a discernible shift in research priorities, moving away from more general conceptual work and towards the development of specific pedagogical and technological innovations. Our analysis indicates that MOOC research has reached a point of maturity, with potential avenues for further inquiry into pedagogical approaches, technological integration, and sociocultural influences as MOOCs continue to exert a transformative influence on higher education. |
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| ISSN: | 1547-500X |
