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  • Cognitive Science
  • Psychology
  • Education

Background:

  • The concept of Mental Models has evolved from reality representation to a decision-making and learning logic.
  • Understanding Mental Models is crucial for cognitive processes, learning, and adaptation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze bibliometric indicators of research on Mental Models from 1997 to 2017.
  • To identify dominant research fields and emerging themes in Mental Model scholarship.

Main Methods:

  • Bibliometric analysis of research publications.
  • Trend analysis of publication growth and research focus.

Main Results:

  • Progressive growth in Mental Model research from the late 1990s, with a stationary trend observed from 2010 onwards.
  • Dominance of research in individual and organizational psychology, and education.
  • Emergence of research clusters focusing on memory, cognition, interpretation, Johnson-Laird's work (since 2007), and teamwork (late 2000s).

Conclusions:

  • Mental Model research has experienced significant growth and diversification.
  • Future research should explore specific, niche areas within the broader field.
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration can further advance the understanding of Mental Models.