Artificial intelligence and immersive technologies for entrepreneurial and complex thinking: addressing SDGs through education 4.0

Abstract

Global society faces multifaceted challenges in various sectors, demanding innovative solutions that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries. Addressing these complexities requires fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and holistic approaches. From a professional training perspective, it is crucial to equip future professionals with contemporary technical and technological competencies aligned with the demands of the 21st century and the competencies necessary to integrate high-performance interdisciplinary teams. This study investigates how entrepreneurial and complex thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and immersive technologies can address the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the framework of Education 4.0. An integrative training model was designed and implemented in the "Techno-Entrepreneurship" workshop at the TecNM University, Zitácuaro Campus, with 20 students studying five different careers. The analysis included the evaluation of competencies through standardized templates and specific rubrics. The findings indicated a) significant improvement in critical thinking and problem-solving, b) increased interdisciplinary collaboration, c) more significant student commitment and motivation, and d) proposals for viable technological solutions aligned with the SDGs