Learning and Technology: Skills for Today, Visions for Tomorrow
The book explores what it means to learn in contexts of widespread datafication and digitization, while presenting perspectives on teaching and teacher training in a context of technological mediation. These reflections provide an opportunity to reexamine current educational practices in settings increasingly shaped by technology.
- Compiled by: Carina Lion, thesis advisor for the Doctor of Education program and faculty member and graduate advisor at the Institute of Education.
- Year: 2020.
- Publisher: Noveduc.
Skills and tools for applied research with a focus on educational management
This publication is designed for those who wish to enter the world of applied research, particularly in the field of educational management. It covers the methodological foundations of the various techniques and tools used in applied research, addresses organizational-focused assessments, and delves into the development of self-directed and participatory improvement plans.
- Coordinators: Andrea Tejera Techera, academic coordinator of the Master’s in Educational Management and the Master’s in Trainer Development; and Mariela Questa-Torterolo, assistant coordinator of these graduate programs.
- Year: 2022.
- Publisher: Universidad ORT Uruguay.
Reducing school dropout rates and improving retention
From a European perspective—and based on the Spanish education system—it offers recommendations for educational institutions to address the challenge of school dropout. Beyond compiling findings from international research, the report includes various strategies and best practices that can be implemented to reduce school dropout rates.
- Editors: Joaquín Gairín, visiting professor at the Institute of Education, and Patricia Olmos Rueda.
- Year: 2022.
- Publisher: Narcea.
Educate and Transform: Inquiry-Based Project Learning
It invites reflection on the various options available for improving learning in the sciences. The aim of this contribution is to help teachers get started with or further develop inquiry-based projects, so that students can experiment and conduct research using this approach.
- Coordinated by: Daisy Imbert, instructor at the Institute of Education at Universidad ORT Uruguay.
- Year: 2022.
- Publisher: Grupo Magro Editores.
Toward Disruptive Teacher Training: 10 Keys to Change
A book that identifies transformative experiences that encourage a rethinking of teacher education. It aims to demonstrate that this is a field that requires innovative approaches, which exist in various contexts but need to be identified and promoted.
- Authors: Denise Vaillant, dean of the Institute of Education, and Carlos Marcelo, visiting professor at the Institute of Education at Universidad ORT Uruguay.
- Year: 2018.
- Publisher: Narcea.
Initial teacher training in languages
It provides an introduction to research on how language teachers learn to teach before beginning their practicum. The publication encourages an exploration of pre-service teachers’ experiences as learners, while helping them develop practices that promote excellence in teaching.
- Author: Gabriel Díaz Maggioli, academic coordinator of the Specialization Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language and the Advanced Certificate in Teaching English.
- Year: 2023.
- Publisher: Routledge.
Formative Research in Teacher Education: An Approach to Critical Pedagogy
It offers a range of perspectives on educational practices related to formative research, from the viewpoints of researchers, teacher educators, and novice teachers. In addition to providing theoretical insights, the book aims to inspire educators to transform their practices.
- Authors: Claudia Cabrera Borges and Daisy Imbert, instructors at the Institute of Education at Universidad ORT Uruguay, in collaboration with Cristina Rebollo.
- Year: 2023.
- Publisher: Grupo Magro Editores.
Educational Oversight in a Changing World: Foundations for Redefining the Role Within the AIE-UCA Framework
A publication that examines the role of supervisors. More specifically, it outlines the rationale for change, documents how the role of supervision has evolved globally, and includes case studies from other countries on this topic.
- Authors: Inés Aguerrondo and Rosana Sampedro, visiting professor at the Institute of Education.
- Year: 2020.
- Publisher: Kapelusz.
Guidelines for Teacher Training and Classroom Practice: Collaborative Learning
A guide containing theoretical and practical material of interest to teachers and education professionals. It offers a series of tips on the most effective teaching practices for promoting student learning.
- Authors: Denise Vaillant, Dean of the Institute of Education, and Jesús Manso, visiting professor at Universidad ORT Uruguay.
- Year: 2019.
- Publisher: SUMMA and La Caixa Foundation.
Digital platforms and tech companies in schools
It explores and analyzes experts’ views on the use of digital platforms in schools, as well as their potential impact on children’s rights. It examines the impact of digital tools and offers recommendations for families, schools, technology companies, and policymakers.
- Coordinators: Pablo Rivera-Vargas, graduate program advisor at the Institute of Education, and Judith Jacovkis.
- Year: 2024.
- Publisher: Octaedro.