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Bibliometric Analysis of Chinese Aesthetic Education Research: 2015–2024

Author(s)

Yihui Liu, Fan Kang*

Affiliation(s)

School of Art and Design, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, Hubei, China *Corresponding Author

Abstract

This study adopts a bibliometric perspective and utilizes data visualization techniques to analyze literature related to Chinese aesthetic education from 2015 to 2024, sourced from the China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) database. By examining the evolution of research topics, keyword co-occurrence networks, and detecting research frontiers, the study aims to address the question: "What has Chinese aesthetic education achieved?" The findings reveal: (1) a transition in research focus from theoretical exploration to practical application, with a shift from higher education to primary, secondary, and societal aesthetic education, indicating diverse and stage-specific research hotspots; (2) Aesthetic education research has shown a significant alignment with the overarching directives of national educational development, reflecting the strong influence of institutional guidance in shaping scholarly focus; (3) Current research in aesthetic education remains largely descriptive, focusing on historical narratives and institutional texts, while deeper theoretical construction—particularly in aesthetics, educational philosophy, and interdisciplinary integration—remains underdeveloped; (4) a pronounced urban-rural disparity in aesthetic education, necessitating enhanced research on rural aesthetic education resources, faculty development, and practical experiences; (5) an increasing scholarly emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches and the integration of digital technologies within aesthetic education, marking them as pivotal future research directions. This study provides valuable insights for the strategic planning and overarching framework of aesthetic education in China, and its methodological approach offers a reference point for assessing the development of academic disciplines and emerging research themes.

Keywords

Chinese Aesthetic Education; Bibliometrics; Literature Distribution; Characteristics; Topic Evolution

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