Review Article
A Bibliometric Analysis of Specific School Programmes for Visually Impaired Students
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 4, August 2026
Pages:
110-122
Received:
11 June 2026
Accepted:
24 June 2026
Published:
17 July 2026
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijecs.20261104.11
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Abstract: Educational programs for students with visual impairments play a critical role in promoting inclusive and equitable learning opportunities. Despite growing scholarly interest in this area, a comprehensive understanding of the research landscape remains limited. This study presents a bibliometric analysis of research on school programs for visually impaired students using 513 documents indexed in the Scopus database between 1945 and 2023. The analysis was conducted using performance analysis and bibliographic coupling techniques, supported by Microsoft Excel and VOSviewer. The findings reveal a steady increase in research output, particularly after 2019, reflecting the growing emphasis on inclusive education and technology-enhanced learning. The United States emerged as the leading contributor, followed by the United Kingdom, India, and Australia, while the most influential publication sources included the Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness and the British Journal of Visual Impairment. Major research themes identified through bibliographic coupling include inclusive education, curriculum adaptation, assessment practices, intervention strategies, physical activity, oral health, psychosocial support, and technology integration. The results highlight the multidisciplinary nature of the field, with contributions from education, medicine, social sciences, psychology, and health professions. The study also identifies geographical and thematic gaps, emphasizing the need for greater international and interdisciplinary collaboration. By mapping key contributors, publication trends, and emerging research directions, this study provides valuable insights for researchers, educators, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to develop more effective and inclusive educational programs for visually impaired learners.
Abstract: Educational programs for students with visual impairments play a critical role in promoting inclusive and equitable learning opportunities. Despite growing scholarly interest in this area, a comprehensive understanding of the research landscape remains limited. This study presents a bibliometric analysis of research on school programs for visually ...
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Sameer Babu M
