Educational innovation in the training of engineers within the framework of Education 4.0
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17479098Keywords:
Education 4.0, training, civil engineering, educational innovationAbstract
This study analyzed educational innovation in the training of civil engineers in the context of Education 4.0. To this end, a documentary and content analysis methodology was applied, allowing for a systematic examination of 18 documents selected after applying exclusion criteria to an initial total of 59. The main results indicate that educational innovation within the framework of Education 4.0 is characterized by the increasing integration of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, virtual laboratories, and digital platforms. These tools facilitate more collaborative and personalized learning. It is concluded that the success of educational innovation depends on a comprehensive approach that articulates technology, pedagogy, and institutional management. Furthermore, it is essential to promote collaboration between academia, industry, and society to train civil engineers capable of leading the digital transformation and facing current challenges with solid skills and a multidimensional vision. In this way, the training capacity to respond to the demands of the contemporary environment is strengthened.
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