Education 4.0 in Latin America: Comparative Analysis of the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Innovative Teaching Practices

Abstract

The digital transformation has had a significant impact on the educational field, giving rise to the so-called Education 4.0. This approach incorporates emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) to personalize teaching, automate processes, and foster innovative pedagogical practices. This article presents a comparative analysis of the use of AI in teaching practices in Latin America, with emphasis on Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, and Argentina. Through a qualitative methodology based on documentary review and semi-structured interviews with innovative teachers, similarities and differences in the adoption of AI are identified. The results highlight promising advances, but also structural challenges, such as the lack of teacher training and technological gaps. The study concludes with recommendations to promote an effective implementation of AI in Latin American educational contexts.