La revolución tecnológica de los últimos años está creando nuevos desafíos para las economías de América Latina y el Caribe. Por un lado, la tecnología abre posibilidades para acelerar el desarrollo en los países de la región de manera dinámica y potenciar las oportunidades de innovación y emprendimiento; y por otro, el alto costo tecnológico presenta barreras de acceso para … [Lee más...] about Ética y tecnología en América Latina y el Caribe: El rol de las universidades
technical education
What if we talk about the YES-YES?
Let’s imagine for a moment the life of Carlos, a 17-year old student attending high school in Latin America. Right after school, Carlos goes straight to the auto repair shop close to his house, where he works part-time. In a few words, Carlos is a "YES-YES", a young person who goes to school and goes to work. Although the high proportion of NEETs in Latin America is indeed … [Lee más...] about What if we talk about the YES-YES?
Live off the land, learn about life
The smiles and curious faces of young people of the Agricultural College Foundation at Colonia Pirai (FCP) in Santa Cruz, greeted me warmly. They are students who are part of a project that is improving the lives of the residents of a region almost forgotten: the green and quality land of eastern Bolivia. … [Lee más...] about Live off the land, learn about life