Preferencias académicas de los estudiantes de la carrera de Derecho y su vinculación con los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) a través del estudio de sentencias

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Abstract: This paper investigates the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Ecuador, focusing on the relationship between law students' academic preferences and the SDGs through the study of court rulings. Using a mixed methodology, combining qualitative and quantitative approaches, the most relevant areas of law for students were identified and their impact on their training and future professional practice was assessed. The analysis of rulings provided insight into how court decisions integrate and promote the SDGs in legal practice. The results reveal strengths in the multidisciplinary approach and institutional collaboration, as well as limitations in the availability of up-to-date data. The research highlights the importance of legal education aligned with contemporary challenges, proposing recommendations to foster community participation in public policymaking. This study contributes to the understanding of the interaction between higher education and sustainable development, providing a solid foundation for academic institutions, businesses, and society at large, and promoting more equitable social justice and more sustainable development.