The Landscape of Hybrid Learning Research in Higher Education: A Bibliometric Analysis

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10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_81How to use a DOI?

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Hybrid Learning; Online Learning; Blended Learning; Higher Education; Bibliometric

Abstract

The rapid advancement of digital technology and the global COVID-19 pandemic have fundamentally transformed educational practices in higher education, particularly through the adoption of hybrid learning approaches. This transformation has generated substantial research interest, necessitating a comprehensive analysis of existing literature and emerging trends. This study presents a bibliometric analysis of higher education’s hybrid learning research landscape. The main objective of this study is to identify patterns of publications, collaborations, and research trends related to hybrid learning. Data was collected from the Scopus database using “hybrid learning” and “higher education” from 2019-2024. The results of the analysis show a significant increase in publications every year, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The United States, Indonesia, and Spain are the countries with the highest number of publications. Social sciences and computer science dominate the research contribution, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of hybrid learning. Keyword analysis revealed that topics such as “online learning,” “blended learning,” and “COVID-19” often came up together, highlighting the impact of the pandemic on hybrid learning adoption. Data visualization using VOSviewer shows the relationship between various topics and the evolution of research trends over time. These findings provide important insights for developing more effective and inclusive hybrid learning strategies in higher education.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Mario Emilzoli
AU  - Ai Pemi Priandani
AU  - Gema Rullyana
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/11/24
TI  - The Landscape of Hybrid Learning Research in Higher Education: A Bibliometric Analysis
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Educational Science and Teacher Education (ICESTE 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 1000
EP  - 1018
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_81
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_81
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