Resumen: Power BI es actualmente el líder en el mercado de las herramientas de inteligencia de negocios. A través de la literatura se puede ver que el uso y los beneficios de Power BI no deben asociarse exclusivamente con empresas que vendan productos o servicios. Por lo tanto, en este estudio se estableció la siguiente pregunta de investigación: ¿Puede ser Power BI una herramienta de utilidad en las instituciones educativas que ofrecen servicios a estudiantes hispanos? Para responder la pregunta, se llevó a cabo un estudio cualitativo para describir y analizar el proceso de desarrollo de tableros utilizando Power BI en una institución de educación superior en Puerto Rico. Los hallazgos muestran que se logró el desarrollo de tableros en Power BI con tres objetivos principales: (1) presentación de datos institucionales, (2) presentación de resultados de investigaciones y (3) presentación de resultados de avalúo del aprendizaje estudiantil. Se encontró que la presentación de datos institucionales a través de los tableros permite tomar decisiones informadas basadas en datos, lo cual es parte fundamental de la planificación efectiva en una institución. Además, el uso de Power BI permite enfocar esfuerzos y recursos en la dirección correcta.
Rivera Cintrón, Aixa Ana G Méndez University Online airivera@uagm.edu
Resumen La educación a distancia se presenta como una alternativa educativa con gran auge dado sus beneficios para adquirir un aprendizaje. Este aprendizaje precisa de un andamiaje enfocado en el estudiante como centro y protagonista. El estudiante presenta unas necesidades dado por su condición “humana” y vale la pena reflexionar el aplicar el “humanismo” a metodología de enseñanza. Tanto la administración, diseñador instruccional e instructor, entre otros, requieren por consiguiente, tener las competencias habilidosas para transformar un proceso sistemático y en ocasiones solo centrado en el cumplimiento de dicho proceso, en uno que busque enfocarse en las necesidades del estudiante como individuo.
Autora Garriga Vidal, Giselle M. Bibliotecaria Sala de Investigaciones, Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico y Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico, Recinto de Ponce ggar8463@interponce.edu
Resumen El propósito de esta investigación fue examinar la percepción de estudiantes subgraduados a distancia sobre su nivel de dominio de los conceptos umbrales asociados con las destrezas de información, y la relación con el nivel de ansiedad bibliotecaria que identificaron experimentar. La investigación fue de carácter cuantitativo, con diseño no experimental y alcance correlacional. Se administró un cuestionario electrónico, conformado por dos instrumentos: la Escala de Percepción para las Destrezas de Información de Doyle et al. (2019), y la Escala de Ansiedad Bibliotecaria en Entornos Virtuales, basado en la Escala de Ansiedad Bibliotecaria de Bostick (1992). Participaron 50 estudiantes de 21 años o más, cursando su segundo año en adelante de un bachillerato ofrecido totalmente a distancia en una universidad privada en Puerto Rico. Los resultados sugieren que los participantes tienen una percepción alta sobre su nivel de dominio de los conceptos umbrales para las destrezas de información, y que experimentan un nivel leve de ansiedad bibliotecaria. Esta correlación negativa permite inferir en la importancia del desarrollo de las destrezas de información en estudiantes subgraduados a distancia, para de esta forma, disminuir sus niveles de ansiedad bibliotecaria, los cuales resultan ser adversos en el desempeño académico de los estudiantes (Onwuegbuzie & Jiao, 2004).
Abstract Writing and research assistance for doctoral students writing dissertations via one-on-one tutoring sessions was implemented at an HSI in the southeastern United States. This exploratory sequential mixed methods study aimed to inform the specific challenges of Hispanic graduate students completing dissertations at HSIs and identify the next steps for student support. Data were collected through an online survey completed by tutors (n=3) upon completion of each tutoring session. A total of 398 responses were analyzed and coded. Results demonstrated three major themes: writing skills (n=324), research skills (n=125), and general graduate student skills (n=20). Writing challenges included implementing APA style correctly, effectively summarizing articles, beginning chapter outlines, organizing information in dissertation drafts, and writing the literature review chapter. Research challenges included conducting a systematic literature review, analyzing data and finding themes, organizing results, going through the IRB process, locating articles using databases, and interpreting literature.
Author Ellison, Irina V. Associate Professor and Associate Dean, School of Health and Natural Sciences, Mercy College iellison@mercy.edu
Abstract The importance of a diverse healthcare workforce has been highlighted and supported by the literature as a key factor in reducing healthcare disparities and improving access to and quality of healthcare among underserved populations. However, minorities remain underrepresented throughout the health professions, and in New York, the Hispanic population is particularly underrepresented across the health professions. The largest private Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in NY state, Mercy College has a robust health professions program. However, Anatomy and Physiology (A&P), the gateway course for most health professions students, is the number one obstacle to persistence in those majors. In addition, this obstacle disproportionately impacts Hispanic students with a resultant equity gap in student success. Through a multi-pronged scaffolded approach, which involved developing and implementing evidence-based inclusive practices, we have closed the equity gap and improved the overall student success of all students in A&P 1 lecture and lab, even in the face of COVID.
Autora TorresVélez, Milagros Especialista en Diseño curricular y multimedios Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico mvelezto@ponce.inter.edu
Resumen El propósito de este estudio fue investigar cómo influye la autorregulación en el aprendizaje, en el éxito académico del estudiante graduado que estudia en la modalidad de la educación a distancia en una institución de educación superior localizada en el sur de Puerto Rico. El marco teórico se fundamenta en la Teoría del Desarrollo Cognitivo de Piaget (1968) y en la Teoría de la Andragogía de Malcom Knowles (1970). La revisión de literatura aborda diversos tópicos relacionados a la educación para adultos, educación a distancia, la autorregulación y la retención. Es un estudio cuantitativo correlacional con una muestra no probabilística. Los participantes fueron 47 estudiantes del programa graduado a distancia. Se administró un cuestionario en línea denominado “Autorregulación para el aprendizaje académico en la universidad”, elaborado por el Dr. Juan Carlos Torre. Los resultados fueron analizados usando el programa Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) que revelaron el perfil de los estudiantes del programa graduado a distancia sobre la autorregulación del aprendizaje. En conclusión, los estudiantes graduados a distancia poseen el conocimiento sobre el proceso de autorregulación en sus aprendizajes mediante el dominio de estrategias y el aprendizaje autónomo. Se determinó que los factores de autorregulación que influyen en el rendimiento académico son de control y verificación, son los más practicados en los educandos graduados a distancia e investigados en este estudio.
Autor Torres-Nazario, Marcos Catedrático de Educación Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico-Ponce mtorres@ponce.inter.edu
Resumen Este artículo comparte información sobre la población de Puerto Rico y su impacto en la matrícula universitaria del país. Además, incluye información sobre la matrícula de estudiantes a distancia y proyecciones de la matrícula total del país al 2025. Para los próximos años, se estima que ocurrirán grandes cambios significativos en la cantidad y la composición de las IES del país.
Author Prince, Tanvir Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Hostos Community College, City University of New York (CUNY) tprince@hostos.cuny.edu
Abstract This article discusses the integration of computational thinking concepts, including algorithm, coding, abstraction, decomposition, debugging, and pattern recognition, into a Linear Algebra course in a community college in the fall of 2022. Through the implementation of project-based learning (PBL), we aimed to enhance students’ understanding of linear algebra topics while familiarizing them with essential computational thinking concepts. A pre-and post-survey assessed the students’ familiarity with the concepts. The results indicated a significant improvement in the students’ understanding of computational thinking concepts and their application in linear algebra.
Encouraging Women and Underrepresented Groups in STEM Careers Through Agricultural Education and Role Model Workshops
Authors: Rivera Ruiz Marielis E. and Lugo Alvarado Frances N.; Dean of Academic Affairs and Director of the Department of Science and Technology at Inter American University of PR, Fajardo Campus
Abstract: Women often need encouragement to select STEM educational programs, earn degrees in these fields, and pursue careers within the STEM workforce. This study examined the impact of role model workshops and a summer program for high school students on STEM interest. Many students reported a shift in their perspectives on STEM careers, expressing increased confidence in their ability to pursue careers in these fields. Results from the summer program indicated a generally positive trend in students’ attitudes toward science after their summer camp experience. Additionally, the findings shed light on the significant influence of both parental and teacher support on students’ perceptions of science and education.
2. Model for the Development of Entrepreneurship Ecosystems in School Communities
Authors: Lebrón Kuri, Alfredo J., Ríos Camacho, Delisse M. and Díaz Sánchez, Dara Y.; Department Chair; Student; Student, at Ana G. Méndez University, Cupey Campus
Abstract: In this writing, a model for the development of entrepreneurship ecosystems in school communities, which is based on four pillars, is proposed. These four pillars are Empowerment, Action, Visibility and Sustainability. The model proposes to begin with an understanding of the school community’s environment and its context to be able to personalize its approach and make way for effective entrepreneurial initiatives. Then, the mentioned four pillars are developed. The empowerment aspect recognizes the importance of instructing educators and students with the necessary knowledge and tools for the development of entrepreneurial mentality and innovation skills. This gives way for action, guiding the participants to develop entrepreneurial initiatives. Visibility highlights the importance of divulging project accomplishments through different channels to obtain support, attract resources, and improve the community’s esteem. Finally, sustainability reinforces the framework of the model, which goes further than economic sustainability.
3. La Investigación de mercados como pilar del éxito empresarial
Author: Castillo-Santiago, Ricardo, Professor in Health Sciences at Inter American University of PR, Ponce Campus
Resumen:Este artículo explora la importancia de la investigación de mercados como un elemento crítico para el éxito empresarial en el entorno competitivo actual. Analiza cómo las empresas pueden tomar decisiones informadas basadas en datos y cómo se pueden emplear varios métodos de investigación de mercados—tanto cuantitativos como cualitativos—para obtener información valiosa sobre el comportamiento del consumidor, las tendencias del mercado y la competencia. Además, examina el papel de la inteligencia artificial en la investigación de mercados moderna, lo que permite el análisis de datos en tiempo real y la toma de decisiones. La investigación de mercados permite a las empresas anticipar problemas, identificar oportunidades y ajustar estrategias para prosperar en un mercado dinámico.
4. Neuroaprendizaje basado en la lectoescritura y estrategias lúdicas en el currículo Artes del Lenguaje
Authors: Rivera Cintrón, Aixa and Batiz Cartagena, Marisol, from Ana G Méndez University
Resumen: Esta investigación presenta el problema existencial en torno a la enseñanza de la lectoescritura en una escuela pública en el estado de Nueva York. Se mencionan los factores que influyen en el problema y algunas alternativas para facilitarle al maestro la enseñanza y el proceso en la lectoescritura en su salón de clases. Se desarrolló y utilizó el currículo Artes del Lenguaje, como instrumento de investigación. De acuerdo con los datos recopilados, existe una correlación significativa entre el currículo Artes del Lenguaje y el adquiera con más facilidad las destrezas y habilidades en la lectoescritura, según las etapas de desarrollo del niño. La enseñanza de la lectoescritura por medio del currículo estimuló en el niño un aprendizaje práctico y significativo, ya que se incluyó elementos esenciales que lo ayudaron en su proceso de lectura. Sin embargo, se presentaron algunas limitaciones en esta investigación, como la falta de tiempo para que la maestra pudiera trabajar con sus estudiantes todas las letras del abecedario.
Beth Counihan, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Department of English, Queensborough Community College-CUNY
Beth Counihan is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Queensborough Community College of the City University of New York. While in an administrative position at Lehman College, she worked on the HETS Virtual Plaza FIPSE grant and she has been teaching at Queensborough since Fall 2001. Her interests include High Impact Practices, reading theory and pedagogy, and nature across the curriculum. Her work has been published in English Education, Community College Humanities Review, and the edited volume What is College Reading.
Kristen Faye Linton, MSW, Ph.D., Assistant Professor California State University, Channel Islands
Dr. Linton has a PhD in social work and has been teaching and mentoring Latinx students for seven years; she utilized high-impact practices, such as service learning and undergraduate research. As a social worker and disability expert, she is dedicated to assessing and addressing inequities in education.
Jaime Hannans, PhD, RN, CNE Associate Professor, Nursing California State University, Channel Islands
Jaime Hannans PhD, RN, CNE is an Associate Professor of Nursing at California State University Channel Islands. Dr. Hannans obtained her BSN and MSN from CSU, Chico, and PhD from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Dr. Hannans has been teaching at CSUCI since 2009, with 20-years of critical care nursing experience. She is also the CSU Affordable Learning Solutions (AL$) Campus Co-Coordinator, where the campus effort has saved students over five million dollars in the past five years. Her research interests focused on immersive virtual reality, mixed reality, simulation, technology in teaching and learning, textbook affordability, and the use of open educational resources in higher education.
Lydia Dixon, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Health Science California State University, Channel Islands
Lydia Z. Dixon is an Assistant Professor of Health Science at California State University, Channel Island, and holds a PhD is in Anthropology from the University of California, Irvine. Her research is primarily ethnographic and examines health systems and health disparities in the US and Mexico. Specifically, Dr. Dixon has published on midwifery, reproductive health, community health and obstetric violence. Her teaching focuses on ethics, community health, and research methods. She is passionate about inspiring her students towards careers in research and practice through active learning in the classroom and virtual spaces.
Prof. Megan Everhardt-Alstot Learning Design Lead Lecturer, School of Education California State University, Channel Islands
Megan Eberhardt-Alstot is the Learning Design Lead for California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) Digital Learning Unit. She is also a Lecturer in the School of Education. She earned her BA and Teaching Credential from Pepperdine University and her Master’s in Educational Leadership and Administrative Credential from CSUCI. Prior to joining CI, Megan spent ten years as a K-12 Educator. As part of the Learning Design Team she designs, develops and facilitates faculty learning experiences specific to online and mixed-modality teaching. She also co-created Learning Online 101, an online micro-course to prepare students for success as online learners. Megan is interested in learning innovation, learning science, and the intersection of pedagogy and technology to create empathetic, equitable and responsive learning environments.
Dr. Amanda (Mandy) Giust Director, Graduate Student Research Center Albizu University, Miami Campu
Dr. Amanda Giust holds an Ed.D. in Adult Education and Human Resource Development from Florida International University. She has experience educating young children, adolescents, and adults of all abilities. Dr. Giust has eight years of experience managing a variety of community and federal grants and three years of experience in classroom teaching. Dr. Giust’s research interests include diverse learners, learning across the lifespan, self-directed learning, and career development.
Dr. Diana M. Valle-Riestra Project Director, Title V PPOHA Graduate Grant Albizu University-Miami Campus
Dr. Diana M. Valle-Riestra is the Project Director of the Title V PPOHA Graduate grant and a faculty member in the Speech & Language Pathology graduate program at Albizu University-Miami Campus. She has a Ph.D. in Special Education and Reading and an M.S. in Learning Disabilities and Emotional Disturbance from the University of Miami, School of Education. She has over 16 years of experience in higher education teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and has served as the Project Director or Principal Investigator for several multi-year education grant projects totaling over $9.5 million in competitive funding. In addition to Dr. Valle-Riestra’s project management experience and grant writing activities, she is a researcher with interests in the areas of special education, postsecondary inclusive education, working with diverse families, and leadership and advocacy issues within the context of special education. She has experience managing and coordinating undergraduate and graduate programs in special education, research projects, and local school district program evaluations; has consulted and published research on exceptional populations; and has served on several professional Executive Boards.
Dr. Yubelkys Montalvo Executive Director HETS Consortium
Yubelkys Montalvo has been working for the Hispanic Educational Technology Services Consortium (HETS) since 1999. Since she was appointed Executive Director in 2006, her main focus is the growth of the organization and the diversification of benefits for the Consortium’s member institutions. Among the initiatives developed is the creation of new services such as the peer-review publication: HETS Online Journal, the Ambassador Students program, and the collaboration to propose new technological educational alternatives and share best practices through educational events such as the Best Practices Showcase and the Student Showcase Leadership and recently, webinars for faculty, administrators and students. In addition, she has coordinated and overseen numerous international workshops in universities in Colombia and Mexico and has participated in numerous national and international conferences and forums. Dr. Montalvo holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus, and a master’s degree in Public Relations from Universidad del Sagrado Corazón. Currently, she completed his doctorate in the program: Education in Leadership and Instruction in Distance Education of the Inter American University of PR, Ponce Campus.
La Dra. Yubelkys Montalvo trabaja para el Hispanic Educational Technology Services Consortium (HETS, por sus siglas en inglés) desde el año 1999. Desde que fue designada Directora Ejecutiva en el 2006, su enfoque principal es el crecimiento de la organización y la diversificación de los beneficios para las instituciones miembros del Consorcio. Entre las iniciativas desarrolladas se destacan: la creación de nuevos servicios como la revista arbitrada HETS Online Journal, el programa de Estudiantes Embajadores y la colaboración para proponer nuevas alternativas educativas tecnológicas y compartir las mejores prácticas a través de eventos educativos como el Best Practices Showcase y el Student Leadership Showcase y recientemente, webinars para facultad, administradores y estudiantes. Además, ha coordinado y dirigido numerosos adiestramientos internacionales en universidades de Colombia y México, y ha participado en numerosas conferencias y foros Nacionales e Internacionales. La Dra. Montalvo posee un Bachillerato en Comunicaciones de la Universidad de Puerto Rico, Recinto de Río Piedras, y una Maestría en Relaciones Públicas de la Universidad de Sagrado Corazón. Actualmente, completó su doctorado en el programa: Educación en Liderazgo e Instrucción en la Educación a Distancia de la Universidad Interamericana de PR, Recinto de Ponce.
Dr. Frances Vázquez Padilla Chancellor NUC University
Dr. Frances M. Vázquez Padilla holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, a few years later completed a Master’s degree in Advanced Practice in Nursing. In 2020, she completed an Ed. D. in Educational Management, and recently she completed a professional certification in Neurolinguistic Programming and Coaching. She is currently doing another certification related to educational neuroscience. She has 14 years of experience working in the field of education in several positions as Faculty, Academic Director, Academic Dean at NUC University. Currently, she serves as Chancellor at NUC University, Ponce Campus in Puerto Rico.
Dr. Brenda Lee Morales holds a Bachelor’s Degree in General Elementary Education from Universidad del Turabo in Puerto Rico. A few years later he completed a Master’s degree in Educational Administration at the same institution. In 2016, she completed a PhD in Educational Leadership at Keiser University where she had already earned a Specialist in Education degree. Finally, in the academic aspect, Dr. Morales holds a Post Doctorate in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Walden University. She is currently doing another Post-Doctorate at Walden University in the Human Resources area. In terms of work and professional career, she has 27 years of experience working in the field of education in several positions as a teacher, Curriculum Specialist, Director of Federal Educational Proposals, Academic Dean, among others. He has worked at all levels of the education system in Puerto Rico, from Head Start to High School and at the university level. Eleven years ago, she began as Director of Federal Proposals and Professor of University Institutions and currently serves as Dean of Academic and Student Affairs at Humacao Community College in Puerto Rico, in addition to offering online courses to Humacao Community College in Puerto Rico, in addition to offering online courses to university level at the Masters and PhD level.
Prof. Silvia Maria Ruiz Santiago Indiantown Adult Learning Center (IALC) Martin County School District
Prof. Silvia Maria Ruiz Santiago is a teacher originally from Spain, with two bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Education. Currently, she’s pursuing a Ph.D. in Education and Leadership. She has been teaching for twelve years in private and public institutions from kindergarten to university levels around the world; in Spain, France, Chile, and now the USA. Her expertise is how to teach a foreign language. In the United States, she worked for three years as a French Immersion School teacher and later on as a Spanish professor in College. Right now, she’s teaching ESOL for the District of Martin County.
Swan Kim, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Department of English Bronx Community College at City University of New York
Swan Kim is an associate professor of English and Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) coordinator at Bronx Community College (BCC) at City University of New York (CUNY). She received her PhD in English at the University of Virginia specializing in Asian American diaspora. She teaches courses in composition and ethnic American literature. Her research interests include WAC/WID, first-year writing, antiracist pedagogy, diaspora and immigration, race and ethnicity, and Asian American literature and culture. She has been serving as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee co-chair at the Association for Writing Across the Curriculum (AWAC), the co-leader for the CUNY WAC Professional Development, and a faculty senate and council member at her college.
Donna Kessler-Eng, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Department of English Bronx Community College at City University of New York
Dr. Donna Kessler-Eng is an associate professor of English at Bronx Community College (BCC). She is currently BCC’s Strong Start to Finish Resident (English), and is designing co-requisite courses for students with developmental needs in both English and reading. She earned a Ph.D. in English from the CUNY Graduate Center where she specialized in antebellum American literature and nineteenth century American medical and cultural discourse. She teaches developmental writing, composition, and literature and medicine courses. Her research interests include literature and medicine, pedagogy, first-year writing, developmental education reforms and strategies for community college students’ success. She has served as the coordinator of BCC’s Developmental Writing Program, and as the coordinator of BCC’s Tutorial Intervention Program. She was also a member of CUNY’s Developmental Writing Advisory Committee and CUNY’s Writing Discipline Council.
