Making digital transformation work for all in Chile

Abstract

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Digital transformation in engineering education: a gap between teaching and management

“…The case of Chile is particularly interesting because in recent years it has made considerable progress towards digital transformation. The institutions have tried to adapt to the challenges that the pandemic has imposed on them, resulting in the most advanced country in Latin America in digital transformation [23], [24]. In the educational field, improving people's digital skills is an important component of the government's agenda.…”

“…Programs have been developed to support the development of a wide range of digital skills, both in students and in schoolteachers. According to a report, [23], in Chile 51% of teachers reported that ICT skills for teaching are included in their professional development activities. At the same time, 17% of teachers reported a high level of need for professional development in ICT skills for teaching.…”