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• HETS offerings for Fall semester to support its members locally, nationally, and internationally.
  This Fall semester, HETS commitment will be to continue providing support and services to its member institutions and academic communities, locally, nationally, and international challenged to offer their courses remotely in this academic scenario. This requires training and skills that allow in these environments to achieve equal results or the same objectives that are achieved in face-to-face courses. As a pioneer organization in the use of technology in higher education with enormous expertise and services ready to be used by our academic communities, HETS announces its offering for the Fall semester that includes the following: Free webinars with HETS Student Ambassadors to promote services free of charge at the Student Placita in the HETS Virtual Plaza, and expert resources in topics ...
• HETS news about the international student’s government policy
  Thousands of international students in the U.S. relief of being deported The Hispanic Educational Technology Services (HETS), committed to expanding educational opportunities and higher education for the Hispanic community, is pleased to learn about the decision that brings relief to thousands of international students who had been at risk of being deported. More than 1,000,000 international students enroll in the U.S. institutions, based on the 2018-19 academic year data from the Institute of International Education. Hispanic students represent almost 7% of this amount precede by Asia with 70%, Europe and, Middle East/North Africa with 8% each. “As Chairman of an organization focuses on Hispanics that helps with the integration of technology in education; we praise the legal effort of hundreds of universities ...

• HETS Executive Officers elected during their first ever virtual Board Meeting on summer 2020.
  HETS Executive officers’ election were held during an historically virtual Board Meeting celebrated through Zoom digital platform, on June 25, 2020. More than 30 Board Members and special guests connected from Puerto Rico, United States and Colombia. As part of the meeting agenda, Dr. Carlos Morales, President, TCC Connect Campus of Tarrant County College from Texas, was elected as HETS Chair. Collaborating with Dr. Morales will be, Mr. Manuel J. Fernós, President ...
• HETS Leadership Perspective during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  Ever since its inception in 1993, the Hispanic Educational Technology Services (HETS), formerly known as Hispanic Educational Telecommunications System, has been a pioneer in supporting the development of distance learning initiatives across colleges and universities in Puerto Rico, mainland United States, and Latin America. Although HETS support and value has been widely known among it’s members for more than 25 years, the organization’s goal is to increase it’s relevance during ...
• Call for Articles for the Volume XI of HETS Online Journal in another special collaboration with HACU
  I am pleased to announce the call for articles for the Volume XI of HETS Online Journal in another special collaboration with HACU. This is a result of a successful Fall 2019 Issue publication together. This joint effort highlighted both organizations shared missions to facilitate the success of Hispanic students in higher education, particularly on this new academic scenario due to the Covid-19 pandemic. We invite you to download the guidelines to submit your ...
• Update on HETS services offered due to COVID-19
  Following the guidelines of the HETS Treasurer and President of the Inter American University of Puerto Rico (our host institution), Manuel J. Fernós, Esq., since March 16 we have been working remote to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and support the academic community in this new scenario. Consequently, HETS staff were totally committed to continue offering our services that includes the following (click on the links to learn more): A total ...

Past EventsNext Events

• Webinar en español: Título: Estrategias para crear ambientes virtuales de aprendizaje accesibles e inclusivos.

  17 de septiembre de 2020

  Recurso: Prof. Rolando Méndez Fernández, Director Institucional, Servicios Académicos y Estudiantiles en Línea, Vicepresidencia Auxiliar de Educación en Línea, Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico
  Hora: 3:00 -4:00 pm (EST/ PR)
  Lugar: Virtual via Blackboard Collaborate

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• Student Leadership Showcase- PR

  18 de septiembre de 2020

  Recursos invitados: Dr. Joe Díaz y
  Stephanie Pérez, HETS Advisory Committee Member
  Hora: 10:00 -11:30 am (Hora de PR)
  Lugar: Virtual Via Zoom
  (Para registro hacer click en el tab: SLS PR & LA)

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• Webinar in English: How to Start a Business in a Crisis?

  September 25, 2020

  Presented by: Mr. Marcelo Rodriguez, Entrepreneur, Businesses Digital Transformation Leader
  Time: 1:00- 2:00 pm (EST/ PR Time)
  Place: Virtual event through Zoom

• Webinar en español: Cómo recuperar la continuidad académica ante alguna crisis: El rol de las tecnologías educativas

  2 de octubre de 2020

  Recurso invitado: Presentado por: Mtra. Bertha Alicia Saldívar Barboza del Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico y Moderado por: Dr. Carlos Morales, HETS Chair & President, TCC Connect Campus of Tarrant County College.
  Hora: 3:00 pm a 4:00 pm (EST/ Puerto Rico)
  Lugar: Virtual via Blackboard Collaborate

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• Webinar en español: ¡Algo más que liderazgo!

  9 de octubre de 2020

  Recurso invitado: Prof. Albert Troche
  Hora: 10:00 am a 11:00 am (EST/ Puerto Rico)
  Lugar: Vía Zoom (espacios limitados para estudiantes)

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• Student Leadership Showcase- US

  October 16, 2020

  Save the Date!
  Speakers: Minue Yoshida,International Speaker, Coach,
  Author & Multicultural Guru; Founder of Yoshida Consulting LLC; and
  Ariel Ambert, HETS Student Advisory Committee Member
  Time: 1:00 PM (EST/ PR Time)
  Place: Virtual Event through Zoom
  For more details visit the “SLS US” tab on the link

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• Webinar en español: Uso del Móbil Learning en Escenarios Académicos

  16 de octubre de 2020

  Recurso invitado: Dr. Andrés Cruz Santos, Profesor, Universidad Carlos Albizu, Recinto de San Juan
  Hora: 3:00 – 4:00 pm (EST/PR)
  Lugar: Virtual via Blackboard Collaborate

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• Webinar in English: Enhancing student success in online gateway courses through embedded tutoring.

  October 22, 2020

  Presented by: Dr. Erasmus Addae, Associate Vice President of Distance and Alternative Education, Austin Community College and Moderated by: Dr. Carlos Morales, HETS Chair & President, TCC Connect Campus of Tarrant County College
  Time: 3:00-4:00 pm East (EST / PR Time)
  Place: Virtual via Blackboard Collaborate

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• Webinar en español: Comienza o Crece tu negocio con Colmena66

  23 de octubre de 2020

  Recurso invitado: Evy Collazo Muñoz, Network Navigator, Colmena66
  Hora: 10:00 am a 11:00 am (EST/ Puerto Rico)
  Lugar: Vía Zoom (espacios limitados para estudiantes)

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• Webinar in English: Redesigning the Ultimate Student On-Boarding Experience.

  November 6, 2020

  Presenter: Indra Paola Peláez, Interim Associate Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management and Success, Houston Community College
  Time: 3:00-4:00 pm East (EST / PR Time)
  Plave: Virtual through Blackboard Collaborate

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• Webinar en español: Mercadea tu marca personal - para estudiantes

  13 de noviembre de 2020

  Recurso invitado: Dra. Nahomy Curet Molina, Catedrática Asociada, Escuela de Ciencias Sociales y Humanas, UAGM
  Hora: 10:00 am a 11:00 am (EST/ Puerto Rico)
  Lugar: Vía Zoom (espacios limitados)

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• Taller presencial: Estudio de casos, Aprendizaje basado en problemas, Aprendizaje basado en proyectos y Aprendizaje cooperativo

  Pospuesto hasta nuevo aviso

  Recurso: Prof. Antonio Delgado Pérez
  Hora: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
  Lugar: Universidad Interamericana de PR, Oficina Central del Sistema
  (Salones Multiusos 2 y 3, Primer piso)

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• Taller presencial: Programas de creación de mapas mentales / mapas conceptuales y La integración de mensajería instantánea a los cursos en línea

  Pospuesto hasta nuevo aviso

  Recurso: Prof. Carlos Bosques
  Hora: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
  Lugar: Universidad Interamericana de PR, Oficina Central del Sistema
  (Salones Multiusos 2 y 3, Primer piso)

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• Employment Opportunities at Framingham State University.
  Want to be part of the US Nation 1st Public Normal School Founded in 1839? Framingham State University is a place where inquisitive, career-focused students thrive. New ideas and discoveries are a daily occurrence on campus. FSU in Massachusetts offers 35 bachelor’s degrees with 80 concentrations 70 minors, 24 master degree programs and they are looking for people like you! Click here to learn more and apply for Career Opportunities at ...
• Job Opening: Project Manager (Brooklyn, NY).
  A growing General Contractor Company in Brooklyn, NY is in search of an energetic and ambitious Project Manager to help keep up with the growing demand of work, and together we can propel our company to new heights. The new PM will be required to provide reliable, timely, and professional construction administration services including cost and schedule management. The successful candidate will have an understanding of construction in Government and Private ...
• American University: Activity Director / Curriculum Specialist – Title V Project
  Activity Director / Curriculum Specialist – Title V Project Full-time Position I. Summary The incumbent of this position is responsible for coordinating and implementing the ordinary activities of the Title V Project; including, but not limited to, supervising staff and leading all curriculum development efforts to ensure that each revised course meets all internal and external approval requirements. II.  Essential Functions Leads staff assuring timely completion of objectives and implementation of strategies. Directs and coordinate ...
• Member’s Jobs and Internships
  As part of HETS services to our member institutions and partners, we have create this space to showcase job opportunities and internships available. To post your information, just send the content to info@hes.org.  We will send periodical emails to our databases with more than 10,000 contacts to inform about those opportunities. If you need any additional information, do not hesitate to contact us  anytime.  We are looking forward to continue ...