Bibliometric Analysis of STEAM Education and Technical Thinking in Primary Schools: Trends and Prospects (2014–2025)

Relevance: The integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics (STEAM) education in primary schools aims to foster students' technical thinking and creativity, and establish foundations for success in technology fields.A bibliometric analysis of Scopus research shows a growing interest in STEAM education in primary schools, identifying trends and key authors.Method: This study presents a bibliometric analysis of 1364 scientific publications on STEAM education, primary education, and technical thinking development based on Scopus data from 2014 to 2025.The focus was on how STEAM approaches are integrated into primary education to promote critical and technical thinking.Results: Since 2018, publication activities have increased, indicating growing global interest in interdisciplinary learning models.Conclusions: Most studies were conducted in developed countries including the United States, South Korea, China, and Spain.Four main thematic clusters emerged: STEAM curriculum integration, cognitive and problem-solving skills development, digital tools and robotics use, and teacher training.