Vol. 20 / 2025 – International Conference on Virtual Learning
Avatars and Artificial Intelligence in education: A bibliometric analysis
Damla KARAGOZLU, Funda GEZER
This study presents a bibliometric analysis of research on avatars and artificial intelligence (AI) in education using data from the Web of Science. A total of 189 articles were analyzed with WOS viewer to identify key trends, influential authors, frequently used keywords, and global research distribution. The findings indicate that China, the USA, and Germany are leading contributors. The most frequently used keywords include "artificial intelligence," "metaverse," "virtual reality," and "avatar," reflecting a strong focus on immersive learning technologies. Citation analysis highlights influential authors such as Graesser, Dwivedi, Wang, and Yee. Additionally, the study explores alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 3 (Good Health and Well Being). By mapping research patterns and gaps, this study provides insights for scholars, educators, and policymakers to enhance the integration of avatars and AI in education, ensuring effective and inclusive learning environments.
Keywords:
education,
Bibliometric Analysis,
immersive learning,
avatar,
Artificial Intelligence
CITE THIS PAPER AS:
Damla KARAGOZLU,
Funda GEZER,
"Avatars and Artificial Intelligence in education: A bibliometric analysis",
International Conference on Virtual Learning,
ISSN 2971-9291, ISSN-L 1844-8933,
vol. 20,
pp. 396-406,
2025.
https://doi.org/10.58503/icvl-v20y202533