The application of artificial intelligence (AI) to pedagogical frameworks is rapidly evolving, particularly in STEM education. This study investigated research trends in the literature on AI and STEM education from the earliest to the most recent. A bibliometric analysis was conducted to answer seven research questions. The Scopus database was used to collect data, yielding 354 documents from 2008 to 2025. The findings revealed that publication trends in AI and STEM education increased gradually, whereas the annual citation rate fluctuated. According to the keyword co-occurrence analysis, STEM education, AI, and robotics were the most commonly used terms. Research trends in AI and STEM education are evolving from the integration of simple computer systems in early publications to the practical use of AI platforms, such as ChatGPT, in STEM teaching. These findings provide comprehensive information and insights into the dynamics of AI and STEM education, informing future research.
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