Bibliometric Analysis: Global Trends And Indonesia's Position Regarding Environmental Ecology  In Language Learning

Rudi Karma

Authors

Rudi Karma Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta

Keywords:

bibliometrics, environmental ecology, language learning.

Abstract

This study explores the dynamics of integrating environmental ecology into language learning through an empirical bibliometric analysis of 396 Scopus articles. Focusing on global trends, the findings show a significant increase in publications since the SDGs, with the United States (86 documents) and China (52 documents) dominating, while Indonesia (31 documents) emerges as a strategic link between Southeast Asia and Western perspectives through international collaboration. Key terms such as "environmental education" and "sustainable development" form interrelated thematic clusters, revealing an evolution from disciplinary separation toward holistic education based on local wisdom. Indonesia contributed 31 Scopus publications with a unique approach integrating local wisdom into ecological language learning. As a bridge for Southeast Asia, Indonesian research demonstrates innovations in ecopedagogy through leading institutions. Strategic recommendations include strengthening the Merdeka Curriculum, digital teacher training based on environmental literacy, and international research collaboration to empower students as agents of sustainable change. Keywords: bibliometric analysis, environmental ecology, language learning, global trends, Indonesia's position, ecological literacy, sustainable education

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