The state of Guanajuato is now the fourth region in Mexico with the most computers in primary public schools, eighth place with respect to Internet access and the third state with the most video libraries in classrooms.
Yesterday, 1,500 fifth and sixth graders from 14 schools in 8 municipalities became part of the Digital Pilot Program launched by the Ministry of Public Education (SEP) in collaboration with the National Digital Strategy Coordination of the President’s Office.
The goal behind the project is to offer students modern solutions in education. With increased connectivity, computer training and access to content and digital tools, Mexico’s younger generations will have a better chance to succeed in life.
Guanajuato, Querétaro and Morelos were among the first states to benefit from this program, which receives technical and administrative assistance as well as financial support from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), UNESCO’s Regional
Bureau of Education for Latin America and a civil society committee that unites foundation and association leaders who seek to enhance the education system.
“This is about social justice and equity, which can only be attained through improved education. And we have the obligation to offer all students the best tools in order for them to have the same opportunities for their personal and professional development. It is completely unfair that while some children have access to technology, there are many more who don’t. We cannot allow this,” Governor Miguel Márquez stressed during his speech.
In Guanajuato, there are 94 Learning Laboratories and 52 multi-sensory classrooms, primarily in the most disadvantaged rural communities.
The head of the National Digital Strategy Coordination, Alejandra Lagunes Soto Ruiz, also addressed the audience at the event: “The world’s technological revolution is an unstoppable train and Mexico must jump on board if it wants to move forward.”
