Evolving Dynamics of 21st Century Skills: A Bibliometric Analysis

The aim of this study was to analyze recent topics discussed regarding 21st century skills. One of the approaches to defining a study’s subject is to examine research studies related to that field. The journal titled “Thinking Skills and Creativity,” which publishes research aligned with the purpose of this study, was used as the main data source. Bibliometric analysis was employed to scrutinize the data (972 publications) obtained from this journal. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics via the Web of Science (WOS) system initially. Subsequently, the VOSviewer software was employed for bibliometric analyses. The findings pertaining to research topics covered in this journal highlighted nine themes, which have been designated as follows: Enhancing Creativity and Learning in Education, Promoting Creativity and Problem-Solving in STEM Education, Nurturing Creativity and Development in Adolescent Education, Fostering Holistic Learning and Success in Education, Fostering Creativity and Critical Thinking in 21st Century Education, Nurturing Creativity and Learning in Children, Exploring Creative Thinking and Individual Differences, Promoting Critical Thinking and Creativity in Education, Fostering Creativity and Collaboration in Secondary Education.