Global Map and Thematic Evolution of Social-Emotional Learning Research and Counseling Guidance in Primary Education: A Bibliometric Study 2020–2025

Teguh Samta Adrian* -  Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam As-Sunnah Deli Serdang, Indonesia

Abstract


Social-emotional learning (SEL) and school counseling have become crucial components in elementary education to support students' psychosocial well-being, especially post-COVID-19 pandemic. This study aims to identify global trends and conceptual structures of SEL and school counseling research in elementary education during 2020–2025 through bibliometric analysis. Data were retrieved from Scopus Database using Publish or Perish with query: TITLE-ABS-KEY ("social emotional learning" OR "SEL") AND ("school counseling" OR "guidance and counseling") AND ("elementary education" OR "primary education"). A total of 224 articles were analyzed using VOSviewer to identify co-occurrence patterns and keyword mapping. Results revealed five main thematic clusters: (1) children's mental health post-pandemic; (2) technology-based social-emotional interventions in early childhood; (3) digital learning innovation; (4) teacher and counselor well-being; and (5) social justice in education. Publication distribution showed a peak in 2020 (n=68, 30.4%) reflecting academic response to pandemic impacts, followed by stabilization in 2023-2024 (n=22 per year). Global SEL research develops multidimensionally, integrating psychological, pedagogical, technological, and social value aspects. These findings confirm the importance of holistic approaches positioning emotional well-being as the center of children's learning. Implications for Indonesia include strengthening teacher capacity, adapting evidence-based policies, and integrating local cultural values in sustainable SEL implementation.

Keywords


Social-Emotional Learning; School Counseling; Elementary Education; Bibliometric Analysis

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