Three Decades of Codesigning Pedagogies: A Scientometric Trend Analysis of Student Partnership in Pedagogical Codesign

Abstract Pedagogical codesign has taken significant attention in recent decades in the modern world. Involving the target student group in designing pedagogies, curricula, or entire programs has become increasingly popular. Several forces drive this change, including changing mindsets, shifting learning theories, increased educational commercialization, etc. Nonetheless, this list is not exhaustive, and several other motives exist. Current research finds that the field of codesigning pedagogies has grown over the past three decades. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of codesign pedagogies over the past three decades, highlighting the shift from teacher-centered approaches to collaborative, student-centered learning. The research employs scientometric analysis to examine the growth and impact of codesign pedagogies in education, focusing on publications from 1993 to 2023. The analysis reveals a significant increase in the involvement of students and stakeholders in designing educational experiences, driven by technological advancements and the evolving needs of learners. The study’s methodology includes a robust review protocol, utilizing databases such as Web of Science and Scopus, and a detailed screening process to identify relevant articles. The findings indicate an increasing trend; however, the majority of included articles are from the fields of educational sciences and STEM, with most research conducted in school and university settings. The bibliometric analysis, including co-occurrence networks and three field plots, offers insights into the key themes and contributors to the field. The study highlights the importance of co-design pedagogies in promoting active learning and engagement and their increasing relevance in the 21st-century educational landscape.in fostering active learning and engagement, and their growing relevance in the 21st-century educational landscape