Language Development in Early Childhood Education: A Bibliometric Analysis in Scopus Using PRISMA
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https://doi.org/10.63738/al-ard.v2i4.46Keywords:
Language Development, Initial Education, Bibliometric Analysis, Scopus, Systematic ReviewAbstract
Language development in early childhood education is a research field of increasing interest because of its influence on children's overall development and learning. The objective of this study was to analyze the scientific production on language development in early childhood education indexed in the Scopus-Elsevier database through a quantitative bibliometric study, identifying publication trends, the evolution of the field, and research gaps. The study was conducted as a quantitative systematic review following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. The search was performed in the Scopus database using terms related to language development and early childhood education in the title, abstract, and keyword fields. Publications from 2022 to 2026 were selected according to predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria, resulting in a final sample of 75 studies. The findings showed that scientific production reached its highest level in 2024, with Spain recording the largest number of publications, followed by Chile and Ecuador. Scientific articles predominated, while Social Sciences was the main subject area, together with Psychology, Medicine, and Health Professions. In conclusion, the study provides an updated overview of research trends and offers evidence to guide future studies and strengthen knowledge in early childhood language development.
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