Making the Most of Technology for Learning and Training in Latin America
Digitalisation is transforming the world of work and societies, and creating opportunities
to learn and develop skills in new ways, times and places. The adoption and use of
digital technologies can help Latin American countries close the skills gap with more
advanced economies. Making the Most of Technology for Learning and Training in Latin
America demonstrates how Latin American countries can realise the potential of new
technologies for skills development in schools and all stages of life. It identifies
barriers to accessing ICT infrastructure and connectivity limitations in Latin America,
and provides recommendations on how they can be overcome to ensure that all students
and citizens can benefit from new technologies for learning. The report explores the
relationship between technology use in initial education and students’ performance
in Latin America, and how policies can best support teachers as digital tools enter
their classrooms. Digitalisation provides new opportunities for lifelong learning
and this report examines the potential of open education and MOOCs in reaching those
adults who are most in need of training in Latin American countries.