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A comprehensive model for satellite connectivity for educational purposes: HISPASAT’s e-learning solution
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Promoting digital transformation and the use of quality content in schools with limited connectivity is a major challenge in Latin America. Most Latin American countries do not meet the basic conditions to ensure meaningful connectivity for educational purposes. This connectivity deficit is even greater in rural areas than in urban centers.
To ensure that these schools are not left behind and that they integrate digital tools into their teaching and learning processes, it is not enough to guarantee internet connectivity. Meaningful connectivity for educational purposes is only supported if there is access to three elements: functional devices and relevant content platforms, in addition to connectivity. For a successful connectivity model in rural areas, it is also necessary to implement a monitoring and evaluation system to collect access data in real time and to have a strategy for teacher and technical support to ensure the appropriate use of technology.
HISPASAT's e-learning solution seeks to connect schools in remote areas to ensure access to internet connectivity and quality digital content that supports the development of their teachers and students. It is a program made up of three key elements: (1) digital infrastructure, (2) a comprehensive teacher support strategy, (3) a real-time data collection and monitoring system.
In this report, the Inter-American Dialogue documents and evaluates HISPASAT's e-learning solution as a comprehensive model with the potential to respond to the challenge of meaningfully connecting students and teachers in remote schools in Latin America.
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Related Links
- Latin American Forum for Educational Connectivity: Summary and Future Agenda
- Connectivity for Educational Purposes
- Technology and Innovation in Education
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