According to studies carried out by the World Bank and UNESCO, in Latin America 8 out of 10 children have difficulties understanding a simple text, a situation that became more complicated after the pandemic.
In response to this challenge, this initiative, in addition to providing technology, activates an innovative educational model that accompanies teachers with constant training and guides students step by step.
The goal is for each child to discover their potential and develop key skills in reading, writing, mathematics, digital tools and soft skills.
The “Connect Learn” model is based on a comprehensive approach that combines:
- One computer per child (1:1 with XO PRO laptops)
- Training and pedagogical support for teachers
- Technological sustainability
- A continuous monitoring and evaluation system
In this way, a reduction of the digital divide is guaranteed, as well as a sustainable and measurable impact on the benefited communities.
For this first intervention in Guatemala, Fundación Bi, whose purpose is to: promote and boost the sustainable prosperity of the region and CEAL, which promotes public-private collaboration and institutional strengthening of the region; They provided the financial contribution to develop the Program, while the execution will be carried out by the Zamora Terán Foundation.
This marks a historic step towards building a future with more opportunities for children and young people in Guatemala.