Educational technologies in environmental law: implications for sustainable development and modern education

Fernando Xavier Juca-Maldonado; Rolando Medina-Peña

doi:10.62451/rep.v2i3.57

Authors

Fernando Xavier Juca-Maldonado Universidad Metropolitana. Ecuador. https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7430-2157
Rolando Medina-Peña Universidad Metropolitana. Ecuador. https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7530-5552

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62451/rep.v2i3.57

Keywords:

Educational technologies, environmental law, sustainable development, online platforms

Abstract

This research explores how Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) are changing the teaching of environmental law by integrating tools such as online platforms and interactive simulations. These technologies not only improve the accessibility and flexibility of learning, but also provide immersive practical experiences that help students apply legal concepts in real scenarios. The methodology used, was a systematic review of scientific literature published between 2014 and 2024, using recognized databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, Redalyc and Latindex. Peer-reviewed studies were selected, excluding opinion articles or those that did not directly address educational technologies in the teaching of environmental law. The results showed that, although ICTs have improved the quality and accessibility of education in this field, important challenges persist such as the technological gap in regions with less infrastructure and resistance to change on the part of some educators. In addition, it was found that most of the studies reviewed do not evaluate the long-term impact of these technologies on learning and professional development. It underscores the need for inclusive educational policies that promote the equitable use of ICTs, and highlights the importance of continued research that addresses both the ethical challenges and the long-term impact on the development of sustainable competencies.

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