Qué funciona en educación: políticas educativas basadas en evidencia from edX

Este curso sintetiza las principales investigaciones teóricas y prácticas que sustentan políticas educativas basadas en evidencia y profundiza sobre los principales avances y desafíos de los sistemas educativos de América Latina y el Caribe.

Annelisse, profesora en Guatemala, apunta que: "Me he desarrollado en el área educativa privada por muchos años, sin embargo, quería tener la experiencia de trabajar en el sector público, pero no contaba con nada de experiencia ni conocimientos que me hicieran una candidata elegible. El curso me dio la oportunidad de ese conocimiento y pude obtener empleo desde abril 2020. Muchas gracias por la oportunidad brindada a través de los cursos".

El curso ha sido organizado alrededor de cinco áreas clave que se han identificado en sistemas de aprendizaje exitosos.

• La necesidad de definir metas altas de aprendizaje estudiantil que guíen todas las actividades del sistema educativo.

• Asegurar el acceso a programas de desarrollo infantil temprano y preescolar de alta calidad para que todos los estudiantes ingresen al sistema escolar listos para aprender.

• Contar con docentes efectivos que permitan mejorar y reducir brechas de aprendizajes.

• Asegurar que todas las escuelas cuenten con los recursos adecuados y sean capaces de utilizarlos efectivamente para promover el aprendizaje de sus alumnos.

• Asegurar que todos los jóvenes adquieran las habilidades necesarias para alcanzar su máximo potencial en el mundo del trabajo y contribuir a la sociedad.

El curso está dirigido a personas interesadas en mejorar la calidad de la educación a través de políticas educativas basadas en evidencia.

Este curso es "a tu propio ritmo" (self-paced) por lo que puedes registrarte en cualquier momento, aunque lleve abierto un tiempo.

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What you'll learn

Aprenderás a identificar los impactos que las políticas educativas de un país tienen en la vida cotidiana de los ciudadanos, reconociendo las 5 áreas que han demostrado ser efectivas en la mejora de la calidad de la educación.

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Módulo 1: Introducción. Dedicaremos este módulo a investigar en profundidad la problemática principal de los sistemas educativos de América Latina y el Caribe e introduciremos las 5 dimensiones de éxito en política educativa que profundizaremos en el resto del curso.

Módulo 2: Metas altas. Establece la necesidad de definir metas altas de aprendizaje estudiantil que guíen todas las actividades del sistema educativo.

Módulo 3: Educación temprana. Para mejorar los aprendizajes estudiantiles es fundamental asegurar que todos los niños ingresen al sistema escolar listos para aprender y eso se logra a través de programas de desarrollo infantil temprano (DIT) y preescolar de alta calidad.

Módulo 4: Docentes efectivos. Conoceremos el impacto de contar con docentes de calidad, y veremos cómo las políticas adecuadas pueden ayudar a nuestra región a mejorar la calidad docente mediante un mejoramiento en la selección, reclutamiento y mantenimiento de los docentes en el sistema educativo.

Módulo 5: Recursos adecuados. Veremos cómo los recursos estructurales, financieros y tecnológicos tienen un impacto directo en la mejora de los aprendizajes estudiantiles especialmente cuando se orientan hacia las poblaciones más vulnerables.

Módulo 6: Habilidades relevantes. Asegurar que todos los jóvenes adquieran las habilidades necesarias para alcanzar su máximo potencial en el mundo del trabajo y contribuir a la sociedad. En este módulo, nos concentramos en la importancia de que todos los niños y jóvenes adquieran las competencias necesarias para ser productivos y contribuir con la sociedad.

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Analiza las problemáticas que enfrenta América Latina y el Caribe en materia educativa, lo cual lo hace relevante para quienes pertenecen a esta región

Desarrolla temáticas claves y específicas que permiten la comprensión de distintos pilares de la educación, lo cual brinda un panorama integral

Está dirigido por expertas en el campo educativo, lo cual aporta credibilidad y valor a los contenidos impartidos

Incluye un módulo sobre habilidades relevantes, lo cual lo hace apropiado para quienes buscan mejorar sus competencias laborales

Ofrece una modalidad de certificado verificado, lo cual permite a los participantes acreditar sus conocimientos y habilidades

Está disponible en español, lo cual lo hace accesible para hispanohablantes

Career center

Learners who complete Qué funciona en educación: políticas educativas basadas en evidencia will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Higher Education Administrator

Higher Education Administrators manage the day-to-day operations of colleges and universities. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on creating a positive and supportive learning environment and on improving teaching and learning would be highly relevant to Higher Education Administrators.

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Curriculum Developer

Curriculum Developers design and develop educational curricula. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on developing curricula that are aligned with high standards and that meet the needs of all learners would be highly relevant to Curriculum Developers.

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Instructional Designer

Instructional Designers design and develop instructional materials and experiences. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on designing instruction that is engaging, effective, and accessible to all learners would be highly relevant to Instructional Designers.

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Teacher

Teachers implement educational curricula and provide instruction to students. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on creating a positive and supportive learning environment and on differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all learners would be highly relevant to Teachers.

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Educational Consultant

Educational Consultants provide advice and support to schools and other educational organizations. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on identifying and addressing the needs of diverse learners would be highly relevant to Educational Consultants, who often work with schools to improve educational outcomes for all students.

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Program Manager

Program Managers plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on developing and managing programs that are effective and efficient would be highly relevant to Program Managers.

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Educational Researcher

Educational Researchers conduct research on educational theories, practices, and policies. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the latest research on effective educational practices, which would be invaluable for Educational Researchers. In particular, the course's focus on identifying and addressing the needs of diverse learners would be highly relevant to Educational Researchers, who often work to develop and evaluate educational interventions for specific populations.

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Education Policy Analyst

Education Policy Analysts use their knowledge of educational theories and practices to develop, implement, and evaluate education policies. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational policies, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on improving educational outcomes for all students, regardless of background, would be highly relevant to Education Policy Analysts, who often work to address educational disparities.

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Policy Advisor

Policy Advisors develop and recommend policies to government officials. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational policies, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on evaluating the impact of educational policies would be highly relevant to Policy Advisors, who often work to ensure that educational policies are effective and efficient.

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Education Administrator

Education Administrators manage the day-to-day operations of schools and other educational organizations. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on creating a positive and supportive school culture and on improving teaching and learning would be highly relevant to Education Administrators.

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Principal

Principals lead and manage schools. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on creating a positive and supportive school culture and on improving teaching and learning would be highly relevant to Principals.

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Teacher Leader

Teacher Leaders lead and mentor other teachers. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on creating a positive and supportive learning environment and on improving teaching and learning would be highly relevant to Teacher Leaders.

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Education Nonprofit Leader

Education Nonprofit Leaders run nonprofit organizations that provide educational services. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on developing and managing programs that are effective and efficient would be highly relevant to Education Nonprofit Leaders.

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District Superintendent

District Superintendents oversee the operation of school districts. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational practices, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on creating a positive and supportive school culture and on improving teaching and learning would be highly relevant to District Superintendents.

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State Education Commissioner

State Education Commissioners oversee the operation of state education agencies. This course would provide a strong foundation in evidence-based educational policies, which are essential for success in this role. In particular, the course's focus on evaluating the impact of educational policies would be highly relevant to State Education Commissioners, who often work to ensure that educational policies are effective and efficient.

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