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Ancestral Knowledge in the Teaching and Learning Process

2025 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Patricia Marisol Chango-Cañaveral , Jadán Guerrero, Janio

This research explores the importance of ancestral knowledge, such as myths, which are transmitted orally in different families in cultural communities. However, this knowledge combined with popular knowledge can also be applied to education. Therefore, the objective of this work was to design a methodological strategy for ninth grade general education students through a variety of didactic resources in the fields of knowledge of language and national literature and knowledge of language and literature spanish. The work is based on the popular myth of the community “Shakaim/The God of Work”, in which morals and moral values are taught, incorporating popular knowledge, such as reading comprehension

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Classic Pastry in Ecuadorian Cuisine: A Responsible and Sustainable Consumption

2025 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Patricia Marisol Chango-Cañaveral , Mirian Elizabeth Amagua-Simbaña , Guísela Jimenez

Classic pastries in Ecuadorian cuisine are a rich blend of Indigenous, Spanish, and African influences. Among the most beloved desserts are colada morada, a thick, fruit- and purple-corn-based drink, and guaguas de pan, sweet bread rolls shaped like babies and traditionally enjoyed on All Souls’ Day. Other popular treats include empanadas de viento, light, fried pastries filled with cheese or sprinkled with sugar, and tres leches cake, a moist, sponge cake soaked in a blend of three different kinds of milk. Ecuadorian pastries frequently feature panela (unrefined cane sugar) and chocolate as key ingredients. The quality of food perceived by consumers is essential, profoundly influencing satisfaction and the overall culinary experience. This encompasses taste, presentation, freshness, nutritional value, safety, and the broader gastronomic ambiance

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Macrophotography of Moths as an Educational Tool to Promote Tourism and Culture in the Parish of Chonta Punta, Napo, Ecuador for Older People

2025 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Xavier Andres Barnuevo-Solís , Patricia Marisol Chango-Cañaveral , Wilson Teodomiro Salas-Alvarez , Alfonso David Jiménez-Arias

Macrophotography is proving to be an educational tool for capturing details of the objects photographed, particularly to reveal the amazing variety of colors and shapes that characterize moths. In this sense, it is a tool that can well promote entomotourism in the community of Chonta Punta, located in the province of Napo—Ecuador for older people. Moth activity was documented during 17 nightly monitoring sessions at three randomly selected locations in the Yachana Foundation, Agua Santa. 4497 images were taken, and 395 species were identified. The usefulness of macrophotography in revealing useful information about insects was documented and supported by a systematic literature review. The literature review revealed that primary forests harbor moth species absent from eucalyptus plantations. Reporting on these insects demonstrates their potential as attractions within entomotourism, as well as their role as indicators of forest health. The country has untapped potential to turn moth diversity into a tourist attraction. Examples such as the butterfly farms in Mindo, just 2 h from Quito, are clear evidence of the interest butterflies generate among visitors. In addition, experiences such as visiting bioluminescent worms in New Zealand present insects as an attraction. In the context of this research, macrophotography is positioned as an indispensable tool for the identification of insects, allowing a detailed study of their morphology and unique characteristics, as a basis for the development of cultural and tourist proposals around these insects.

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Shuar Cosmovision in the Teaching and Learning Process in Palora Country

2025 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Xavier Andrés Barnuevo-Solís , Julio Cesar Amaguaya-Mendoza , Patricia Marisol Chango-Cañaveral , Eduardo Bladimir Aguirre-Maldonado , Angela Lucia Tuquerres-Chicaiza

This research explores the importance of ancestral knowledge, such as myths, which are transmitted orally in different families in cultural communities. However, this knowledge combined with popular knowledge can also be applied to education. Therefore, the objective of this work was to design a methodological strategy for ninth grade general education students through a variety of didactic resources in the fields of knowledge of language and national literature and knowledge of language and literature spanish. The work is based on the popular myth of the community “Shakaim/The God of Work”, in which morals and moral values are taught, incorporating popular knowledge, such as reading comprehension

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Analysis of Sustainable Development Goals (2016–2030) and Their Integration into Tourism Activities in Lago Agrio Canton, Sucumbíos Province: SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 15 (Life on Land)

2025 , Patricia Marisol Chango-Cañaveral , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Valeria Jaqueline Morales-Herrera

This study analyzes the integration of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and 15 (Life on Land) into the tourism development strategies of Lago Agrio Canton, Sucumbíos Province, Ecuador. The main objective is to assess how tourism can serve as a driver for sustainable infrastructure development, environmental conservation, and inclusive local growth, in alignment with the 2030 Agenda. A qualitative methodology was adopted, involving documentary analysis with exploratory and descriptive scopes. The sources included national development plans, regional policy frameworks, institutional reports, and the relevant academic literature. This study employed territorial indicators related to infrastructure quality, ecosystem protection, and stakeholder participation to evaluate SDG alignment. The results highlight that sustainable tourism practices—particularly those incorporating corporate social responsibility and environmental stewardship—can stimulate innovation and enhance resilience in underdeveloped territories. Wetlands and forested areas emerge as key natural assets with strong potential for ecological tourism and sustainable investment. The findings suggest that collaborative actions between the public and private sectors, guided by SDGs 9 and 15, can generate long-term benefits, including biodiversity preservation, improved service infrastructure, and economic inclusion for local communities. Overall, the research underscores the potential of sustainable tourism as a practical mechanism for localizing the SDGs in fragile yet high-value ecological regions.

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Used of the Educational Web Pages to Promote Cultural and Ancestral Gastronomic in Loja City

2025 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Cristóbal Suárez-Guerrero , Daniel Patricio Sotomayor-Silva , Patricia Marisol Chango-Cañaveral

This research paper aims to analyze the use of educational web pages and use of social networks to promote ancestral and cultural gastronomic in the city of Loja and increase the popularity of these companies within the gastronomic tourism of Ecuador. For this, a proposal was used that includes digital marketing through the creation of a website. A mixed approach methodology was used for the preparation of the proposal, involving the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques. These processes allowed to address aspects such as the characteristics of the enterprises and to determine the perspectives of the clients regarding the use of social networks. Based on the results obtained corroborates that the use of social networks is essential for the promotion of local restaurants, this is because technology is a fundamental part of the social interaction of individuals. In addition, it is recommended to generate awareness about digital advertising and the management of social networks so that entrepreneurs can use cost-effective advertising tools.

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Cloud Computing Platforms to Improve Shuar Chicham Writing Skills

2024 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Patricia Marisol Chango-Cañaveral , Jadán Guerrero, Janio , Washikiat Pedro Tsere-Juma

Higher education through virtual environments is centered on the student, oriented towards interactive learning, in situations that are close to the real world, for which teachers require new communicative, non-verbal skills and an innovative approach to learning, which will accompany their students. Students in the complex process of acquiring even more knowledge of a non-native language. In the same context, the use of open-source technology platforms is becoming the best way to deliver solutions that meet the current need for the process of acquiring an ancestral language, so in this document we will focus on the analysis and use of Cloud Computing Tools as an alternative to complementary material to improve writing skills in the process of Second Language Acquisition (SLA) in our case Shuar Chicham. Likewise, teachers should not focus only on online learning but also on interaction with students as Gibson (1993) states; thus, innovative technologies must be means that help reduce the digital technological gap, allowing solutions, answers and agile questions to be given within the teaching-learning process, which is visible with the use of cloud computing tools. Therefore, using cloud computing tools it was proposed to demonstrate if writing skills can be improved in students who learned Shuar Chicham basic.

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Sustainable Tourism in the Galapagos Islands: Strategies and Challenges for Conserving Natural Heritage and Tourism for Adults

2025 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Patricia Marisol Chango-Cañaveral , Jadán Guerrero, Janio , Mónica Consuelo Sarauz

This research emphasizes the significance of the Galapagos Islands as a unique tourist destination with exceptional biodiversity and valuable natural heritage for adult tourists. It explores how adventurous tourists of different ages, particularly older adults, have become a crucial source of economic income and a catalyst for the development of local communities. The study also discusses the importance of implementing sustainable tourism practices to protect fragile ecosystems and the islands’ endemic biodiversity. It also addresses challenges such as the introduction of alien species, the impact of increasing tourism demand on resources and infrastructure, and the crucial need for a balance between economic development and environmental conservation. The research examines how sustainable tourism has significantly benefitted local communities, not only in terms of employment generation but also in promoting environmental awareness and community participation, instilling hope and optimism for a sustainable, prosperous future. The research concludes by emphasizing the need for a holistic and adaptive approach to ensure that the Galapagos Islands remain a model of sustainable tourism, protecting its natural heritage and ensuring a sustainable, prosperous future for its inhabitants and adult tourists.

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The Markets of the Metropolitan District of Quito as a Gastronomic Reference

2025 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Patricia Marisol Chango-Cañaveral , Jorge David Cerón-Gordon , Ariel Montenegro , Mauricio Patricio Artieda-Ponce

Ecuador is a beautiful and touristic place; the beautiful environment and gastronomy are the most important when a tourist come from this country Ecuador is recognized whom a best destiny for travel if you want relax this country have four natural regions are Coast, Sierra, Amazonia and Galapagos (insular region), for that reason millions of tourists are interesting in visit Ecuador and when they visit this country, they lovely the different traditions, gastronomy, cultures and the personality of the citizens. The tourism in Ecuador is good and amazing because many workers can see the tourists of different parts of world and that tourist can be taken so many pictures of fishermen’s and local farmers which given them importance and helper in the economy, the tourists were very surprised for saw the fishers and farmers near of them because in their countries that not exist in the quotidian life. The main objective of this study is to describe the gastronomic offer that is found within the markets of the Metropolitan District of Quito, the interaction of supply and demand in these spaces and the different products that are sold both in retail and wholesale, emphasizing the role played by producers; For this research, a bibliographical review was developed applying a descriptive type of research with a qualitative approach, through this review emphasis was placed on the theoretical aspects within the theme to be developed