Arina Zaida Ilma, Tien Aminatun, Asri Widowati
In an era of rapid information exchange and increasingly complex global challenges, scientific reasoning has become a vital skill in both education and research. This study aims to investigate the evolution and global influence of scientific reasoning ability from 2000 to 2024 through a bibliometric analysis. The research examines publication trends, leading authors, and international collaborations, while also exploring the relevance of scientific reasoning to pressing global issues such as climate change, public health, and technological innovation. The findings reveal a significant increase in scholarly output and cross-national partnerships, indicating a growing recognition of scientific reasoning as a core academic and practical competency. Moreover, the integration of scientific reasoning into educational frameworks and research agendas underscores its critical role in cultivating adaptive, critical thinkers. These insights highlight the strategic importance of fostering scientific reasoning skills to prepare future leaders capable of addressing global challenges. © Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) 2026.
Department of Natural Science Education, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Indonesia; Department of Biology Education, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
