III International Congress on Emerging Technologies in Education and Informatics 2016
The 3rd International Congress on Emerging Technologies in Education and Informatics, organized by the Universidad Da Vinci in 2016, sparked important reflections on the future of education and technology.
Renowned experts, such as Dr. Salvador Jara and Dr. Sally Johnstone, among others, led discussions on technological innovation in education, highlighting topics such as robotics, online learning, and emerging educational strategies.
The event stressed the need to adapt learning environments to the 21st century, focusing on educational transformation through technology.
This congress, which had the active participation of 160 attendees, marked a significant milestone in the evolution of educational technology, highlighting its crucial role in economic and academic development.
Plenary Sessions
Education and Technological Innovation in Mexico as the Basis for Economic Development
By Salvador Jara
Dr. Jara’s lecture highlighted the relevance of technology in higher education for economic growth, focusing on challenges and opportunities in Latin America. It emphasized the evolution of e-learning and online learning to improve educational quality and social inclusion, as well as the growing use of the internet in Mexico.
The Evolution of Online Learning: Competency-Based Education
By Sally Johnstone
This lecture emphasized the adaptation of teaching methods in the face of limitations in information processing. It highlighted the importance of personalized learning through technology, focusing on competency-based education, individualized learning, and personalized support to accelerate mastery of skills and knowledge.
New Technological Scenarios for New Strategies in Teaching-Learning Processes
By Julio Cabero
Dr. Julio Cabero’s lecture addressed educational transformation through emerging technologies, highlighting methods such as ‘Flipped Classroom’ and gamification. He focused on personalizing learning, developing digital skills, and fostering active student participation in the information age.
Iridescent as a Backbone Organization
By Tara Chklovski
Chklovski’s lecture introduced us to Iridescent, an institution focused on empowering youth through engineering and technology, promoting technological entrepreneurship and gender equality. Iridescent provided experiential mentorship, leveraging online platforms and expert collaboration, to reach underserved communities globally.
The Era of Research
By Paul Kim
This lecture highlighted the development of skills such as critical thinking and creativity in the face of job automation. It promotes educational curiosity through the SMILE platform, which fosters collaborative and deep learning through the creation and exchange of questions among students.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Education Sector: How to Recreate Silicon Valley in Mexico
By Sergio Monsalve
Mosalve’s lecture focused on recreating a Silicon Valley-like ecosystem in Mexico, examining trends in educational technology and the rise of e-learning. He highlighted Mexican work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit, proposing strategies to overcome the talent drain and promote educational innovation.
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