Digital Transformation in Education: Combining Digital Twin, Metaverse, and Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development Goals

Developments in the digital landscape, particularly within the field of education, are progressing at an increasingly accelerated rate. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, numerous educational institutions have adapted their instructional practices, transitioning from conventional face-to-face learning models to online-based learning environments. One of the most significant emerging concepts is the evolution of digital classrooms and Virtual Learning Environments (VLE), which have moved beyond functioning solely as e-learning platforms and have developed into immersive learning ecosystems that integrate advanced technologies such as Digital Twin (DT), Metaverse-based Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). This article, entitled Digital Transformation in Education: Integrating Digital Twin, Metaverse, and Artificial Intelligence For Sustainable Development Goals, aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the contribution of digital classrooms and VLEs to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), as well as their implications for SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities). Furthermore, the results demonstrate that digital transformation in education should not be perceived merely as technological innovation but rather as a strategic instrument for establishing an inclusive, sustainable, and globally competency-oriented educational system.