ChatGPT Revolution in Education: Trends, Opportunities, and Research Hot Spots—A Bibliometric Perspective

Since its release in late 2022, ChatGPT has quickly become central to debates in educational technology, drawing widespread attention from academia and media. This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of ChatGPT in education using 447 publications sourced from the Web of Science. Tools such as VOSviewer, Biblioshiny, and CiteSpace were applied to examine citation patterns, author collaborations, journal contributions, and global research distribution. Results show an extraordinary surge in scholarship, with publications increasing by 467.16% between 2023 and 2024, involving over 1,200 authors worldwide. Prominent themes include academic integrity, personalized learning, and the integration of AI into teaching practices. Keyword analysis highlights “students,” “artificial intelligence,” and “education” as focal points of discussion. Leading institutions from Hong Kong, China, and the United States dominate contributions, underscoring the global nature of this trend. The study concludes by calling for ethical frameworks and inclusive strategies to ensure responsible and effective adoption.