Integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Curricula: A Comprehensive Research Paper

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@article{1712675,
      author = {Dr. Nirupa Gadapa},
      title = {Integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Curricula: A Comprehensive Research Paper},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {9},
      number = {6},
      pages = {820-827},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1712675.pdf},
      abstract = {The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted by the United Nations in 2015, provide a global framework for addressing economic, social, and environmental challenges. Education is central to achieving all 17 SDGs, and SDG 4 specifically highlights the need for quality, inclusive, and equitable education. Integrating SDGs into curricula at school and higher education levels is therefore vital for building global citizens capable of contributing to sustainable development. This paper explores the concept, rationale, global approaches, national initiatives (India-focused), challenges, opportunities, and pedagogical strategies for integrating SDGs in education. The study concludes that curricular integration of SDGs requires systemic reforms, teacher capacity-building, experiential learning, and strong policy support to effectively prepare learners for sustainable futures.},
      keywords = {Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Education, NEP 2020, Global Educational Framework},
      month = {December},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I6-1712675}
  }