| This research addresses the critical gap in understanding how education (SDG 4) interlinks with other SDGs. While education is widely recognized as a key driver of sustainable development, current research lacks a comprehensive analysis of its broader connections across the SDG framework. To tackle this issue, the research utilizes advanced methodologies, such as text mining and network analysis, to explore the interlinkages between SDG 4 and other SDGs. By analyzing 78 UN flagship reports containing approximately 1.6 GB of data and 12.8 million words, the research extracted and analyzed around 18,000 education-related statements. Using social network analysis, bipartite network visualization, and topic modeling, the research uncovered the hidden patterns and connections. Key results revealed strong linkages between education and goals related to economic growth, gender equality, and innovation. Additionally, an SDG-SDG network analysis highlighted the central role of SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). Topic modeling further identified thematic areas for each SDG, ranging from poverty reduction and gender empowerment to climate action and environmental conservation. These findings provide valuable insights into the diverse ways education drives sustainable development, offering a data-driven foundation for policymakers and stakeholders. The research highlights the importance of implementing comprehensive policy strategies that fully harness the transformative potential of education to advance sustainable development. |
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