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Ahmed Alduais1, Ammar Al-Khawlani2, Shrouq Almaghlouth3
1Department of Human Sciences, University of Verona, 37129 Verona, Italy.
Journal of Intelligence
|November 22, 2022
Summary
This study maps the evolution of cognitive linguistics using bibliometric and scientometric analysis. It reveals a shift from micro-level language studies to macro-level communication processes, highlighting cognitive science
Area of Science:
- Cognitive Linguistics
- Cognitive Science
- Psycholinguistics
Background:
- Language acquisition, processing, comprehension, and production involve complex cognitive mechanisms.
- Understanding how humans make sense of language, including perception and conceptualization, remains a key area of research in cognitive linguistics and cognitive sciences.
- Cognitive processes like attention, thought, perception, and memory are fundamental to meaningful human communication.
Purpose of the Study:
- To apply science mapping methods to identify and visualize emerging trends and patterns in the literature of cognitive linguistics.
- To analyze the development and knowledge production within the field of cognitive linguistics.
- To understand the evolution of research focus from micro-level linguistic aspects to macro-level communication processes.
Main Methods:
- Utilized science mapping methodology with CiteSpace and VOSviewer software.
- Employed eight bibliometric and eight scientometric indicators for analysis.
- Collected and triangulated data from Scopus, Web of Science (WOS), and Lens databases, covering publications from 1969 to 2022.
Main Results:
- Visualized eight bibliometric indicators of knowledge production, including contributions by year, country, university, journal, publisher, research area, authors, and cited documents.
- Presented scientometric indicators of field development, such as key authors, co-citation and citation networks, and topic clusters.
- Identified emerging trends and patterns in cognitive linguistics research through network analysis and visualization.
Conclusions:
- Cognitive linguistics has evolved from a micro-level focus on linguistic aspects across time, language, and modality.
- The field has advanced to a macro-level examination of cognitive processes in constructing meaningful communication through sensation and perception.
- Science mapping provides valuable insights into the dynamic landscape and developmental trajectory of cognitive linguistics research.
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