Abstract

This bibliometric study comprehensively examines the scientific literature production in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) education, employing a multidimensional approach that underscores the critical importance of interdisciplinary educational innovation. As global educational paradigms rapidly evolve, this research provides a critical analysis of emerging trends in STEAM research, offering unprecedented insights into the field's transformative potential. Using a rigorous longitudinal descriptive bibliometric methodology, the study leveraged advanced analytical tools (Bibliometrix, Datawrapper, and VOSviewer) to process 165 scientific documents published between 2013 and 2023. The research strategically analyzed 124 scientific sources contributed by 472 researchers, revealing nuanced patterns of scientific production and collaboration. Key findings highlight an exponential annual research growth of 40.97%, demonstrating the field's dynamic expansion. The analysis reveals a sophisticated collaborative landscape, characterized by an average of 3.16 coauthors per document and 13.33% international collaborative networks. The literature's youth (average age of 2.23 years) and its contemporary scholarly impact (4.085 average citations per article) underscore the emerging significance of STEAM education research. The study conclusively demonstrates that conceptual development in STEAM education integrates complex themes such as collaborative learning, innovative educational assessment methodologies, twenty-firstcentury skills development, and the strategic adoption of emerging technologies. These findings not only map the current research terrain but also provide critical insights for educational policymakers, institutional strategists, and interdisciplinary researchers seeking to advance educational innovation.