The future of work in Latin America and the Caribbean: What are the trends in post-secondary education?
A LEARNING REVOLUTION
Technology is changing the way in which we develop new skills. New players are emerging in the field of post-secondary education, and traditional institutions are redefining their models. The COVID-19 pandemic has only increased this trend, boosting digital transformation across the economy. In this ninth edition of the future of work series, we explore these changes in educational and skills training models and present policy recommendations to ensure all citizens have access to technology-enabled opportunities.
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*Available in Spanish only.
Audio 1: How to bring higher education institutions to the 21st century?*
Elena Arias, Senior Specialist at the IDB Education Division, analyzes the evolution of post-secondary education in the context of the digital revolution. The analysis includes insights from Cielo Mancera, Director of Digital Education at Universidad del Rosario of Colombia, and José Escamilla, Associate Director at the Institute for the Future of Education of the Tecnológico de Monterrey.
Audio 2: The online learning revolution*
María Fernanda Prada, Specialist at the IDB Labor Markets and Education Divisions, reflects on the new technology-enabled ways of learning. The analysis includes insights from Lyda Piñeros, Account Management Director at Platzi, and Andrés Núñez, Founder and Chief Vision Officer of Griky.
Audio 3: How can bootcamps close the skills gap?*
Yyannú Cruz, Senior Specialist at the IDB Labor Markets Division, discusses bootcamps as a training alternative with Juan Carlos Navarro and Alison Cathles, Consultants at the IDB Competitiveness, Technology, and Innovation Division.
*Available in Spanish only.