Mexico
Mexico Segment Summary
Hosted by “El Educateco” (Archu), presenting himself as a luchador with the motto “lucha por la educación”. The segment covers innovation in Tepic and a national teacher community.
Colegio Simón Bolívar (Tepic, Nayarit)
A private, secular, trilingual school near the Pacific coast using technology to enhance teaching and learning.
School Profile
- Focus: Strong digital culture, socio-emotional education, and student wellbeing.
- Motto: “Think global, act local” (service and environmental projects).
- Values: Respect, freedom, responsibility, equity, justice.
Tech + Art: Drawing Guide Project
Gabriela Michel Terán created a digital drawing guide to simplify the drawing process with technology.
The Method
- Reference: Students take photos on tablets.
- Geometry: Overlay guiding lines (circles, triangles) on the screen.
- Replication: Draw shapes by hand on paper, turning complex objects into simple geometry.
- Filters: Use black-and-white filters to see light, shadow, and volume.
Impact
Tech becomes a pedagogical ally. Students lose the fear of “I can’t draw,” and the classroom becomes a hybrid studio where analog and digital “talk to each other.”
Tech + PE: “Mi primer podcast deportivo”
Oscar (PE Teacher) wanted PE to be more than just “recess.” He launched a student-run sports podcast to connect physical, mental, and social dimensions of sport.
Student Roles
- Presenter: Guides the conversation.
- Analyst: Interprets statistics.
- Researcher: Gathers background info.
- Tech Lead: Handles sound, recording, and editing (using GarageBand/iPads).
Results
Recorded 10 episodes with ~450 plays. The most popular episode featured students who don’t like sports, showing how they found their voice through storytelling.
The Coaches Couch – Teacher Community
A non-profit, volunteer community of educators created to share pedagogical best practices and support teachers across Mexico.
How it Works
Central question: “¿Cómo estás transformando la educación en lo que haces?”
- Process: Call for speakers -> Co-design -> Rehearsal -> Live Webinar.
- Season 1: 8 sessions, 24 presenters, covering topics like critical thinking and digital citizenship.
Tiempo: Everyone donates time.
Técnica: Bringing real expertise.
Tribu: Building a tribe that crosses borders.
Main Entities and References
Below are the main organizations and initiatives referenced in the Mexico segment.