Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro
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Virtual Inclusion in Distance Education: Challenges and Opportunities for Embracing Student Diversity

2025 , Segundo Manuel Realpe-Torres , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Núñez-Naranjo, Aracelly Fernanda

In the educational context, virtual inclusion faces significant technological, pedagogical, and sociocultural barriers. These include limited digital connectivity, lack of access to technological devices, insufficient inclusive pedagogical strategies among educators, and disparities rooted in ethnicity, gender, language, social class, culture, and disability—factors especially prevalent in marginalized areas. As a result, access to virtual distance education remains limited for many students. This study aims to identify the primary barriers affecting accessibility and usability in digital inclusion. The study employed a qualitative methodology based on a literature review of academic research published between 2020 and 2025. Selection criteria included relevance, coherence, and quality of information, drawing from academic databases such as IEEE Xplore, ACM Library, Springer, SciELO, and ERIC. The findings reveal several recurring barriers: technological inequality, low digital literacy and usability, limited integration of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in virtual pedagogy, and insufficient teacher training in inclusive strategies for online learning. However, the literature also highlights key opportunities, such as the expansion of virtual education, the use of assistive technologies, personalized learning, improved access in geographically isolated regions, and the implementation of inclusive educational policies. This analysis underscores that achieving full virtual inclusion requires an integrated approach—one that combines digital innovation, continuous teacher training, and public policies that ensure equitable access and equal opportunities for all students, regardless of their diverse backgrounds

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Dance as Representative Body Language of Various Amazonian Cultures

2024 , Alejandra Longa-López R. , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Chango-Cañaveral P.M. , Castillo-Naranza R.D.

Music and dance, as expressions of human emotion, play a key role in the different formation of people, since it allows them to happily interact and share spaces that will transcend the structure of their tastes and experiences to form an expression of art of critical attitude, the fact that it can bear fruit. In Pastaza, the cradle of 7 nationalities is fundamentally a place of diverse social and cultural interaction, in which there are different interests and motivations that must be addressed, such as complexity and heritage, heterogeneity, and diversity. The fundamental elements of collective construction, its ability to create diversity beyond the walls of the school, significantly affect the sociocultural environment. These are respected peoples that, although they have changed many customs, such as clothing and language for distinct reasons, they still take pride in their past and present as a true example for the various ethnic communities of Ecuador, because “civilization” does not mean abandoning the historical and cultural baggage of our existence. Starting from this reality, it is intended to use the artistic and cultural details of our original typical costumes as inspiration for this work through research work to rescue artisanal techniques such as seeds, feathers, clothing, and accessories, to later capture the movements of the body on stage. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2024.

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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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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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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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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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Occupational Health and Safety Conditions by Older Adults in Small and Medium-Sized Companies in the City of Quito

2025 , Ron Valenzuela, Pablo , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Edison Zambrano , Gerardo Arteaga

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Indigenous Painting in Ecuador and Its Impact on Cultural Identity

2024 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Barnuevo-Solis X.A. , Chango- Cañaveral P.M. , Artieda–Ponce M.P. , Imbaquingo -Narváez S.

Painting since ancient times has been part of the indigenous people as a form of expression and a path of development, a creative activity that, like all the others, fluctuates between the net aesthetic impulse and the tacit demand of the market. The painting values the indigenous tradition and seeks to repair the abuses of its population, which has suffered, rejection and ignorance by society, both politically, socially, economically, and culturally over time. The pioneers in indigenist paintings were indigenous people from the Tigua area, among others. For the development of this work, a review of the bibliography is considered, through consultations conducted in the databases of scientific articles focused on the indigenous painting of Ecuador. The results have shown, among other things, the particularities of indigenist painting, they have found that in Ecuador, from the second half of the 20th century, artists such as Eduardo Kingman and Oswaldo Guayasamín appear, and later representatives such as Heriberto Chango, make that indigenous painting be seen in a different way, Roberto Gómez, who uses a pseudonym “CAPAC”, as a recognition of the vindication of culture, ancestral knowledge and of his remote ancestors, in the same way Cristóbal Ortega Maila, Ramón Piaguaje, an artist Amazonian, Naekat Tiwip Chamik, from the Shuar culture. From that vision a current of indigenous painters was born who have taken over the art of painting as a form of representation of their knowledge of nature. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.

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Used of Cloud Computing Tools and Importance for Learning English as a Foring Language

2024 , Quezada-Sarmiento, Pablo Alejandro , Jadán Guerrero, Janio , Christian Junior Arrobo-Ordoñez , Mónica Consuelo Sarauz-Montalvo

The research aimed to demonstrate how using cloud computing tools as technology to learn the English language can enhance communication skills. This improvement allows individuals to better express actions, emotions, and intentions in both personal and professional settings. There is a growing emphasis on enhancing educational methods, teaching strategies, and integrating technology in foreign language education. Technology transforms outdated teaching approaches, placing communication skills at the core of language acquisition. Continuous innovation is crucial for advancing education, mainly by developing new teaching methods and technological tools that support learning, even from home. Educators, who play a pivotal and integral role in motivating students to utilize these tools to enhance their learning experience, need to become proficient in new language teaching technologies.

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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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