Background/purpose. This article aims to analyze the scientific
literature on Global Citizenship Education (GCE) to examine
whether it has educated critical citizens capable of transforming
the world.
Materials/methods. This article conducts a systematic review of
the existing literature on CGE in the primary social science
databases in Ibero-America until 2022, using the PRISMA method
(Urrutia & Bonfill, 2010). The selected documents are analyzed
quantitatively and qualitatively using Atlas software, which allows
for identifying the main themes prevalent in research on CGE.
Results. The results showed how GCE research became more
relevant over time. However, several aspects still require further
research, such as GCE in formal education at non-university
levels, GCE in informal and non-formal education, or educational
resources for working on GCE.
Conclusion. In conclusion, it has been possible to glimpse gaps
that represent new lines of research necessary to promote the
formation of global citizenship that acts to transform the world
into a more sustainable and humane place.
