nificantly improve academic performance in the region, highlighting the importance of strategic
and coherent approaches in policy formulation. Effective implementation of these policies is essential
to address educational inequalities and ensure that all students have access to quality education.
Research on socio-formative competencies for non-licensed technology and informatics tea-
chers in Colombia reveals the need for specific training programs for these professionals.
Through structured interviews and a phenomenological-interpretative approach, the authors
identify various categories that highlight the challenges and motivations of these teachers. The
findings suggest that continuous and specialized training is crucial to improving pedagogical
practice in technological areas and to prepare teachers to face the challenges of the 21st century.
Teacher training in new technologies is vital to ensure that students are prepared for an increa-
singly digital and connected world.
The emotional component and its relationship with academic performance is another topic ad-
dressed in this issue. A study conducted in Medellín, Antioquia, shows a significant positive co-
rrelation between students' emotions and their academic performance. The results underscore
the importance of considering the emotional component in teaching, as positive emotions can
improve academic performance. This finding highlights the need for pedagogical strategies
that address students' emotions to create a more effective and welcoming learning environment.
Integrating emotional education into the curriculum is crucial for the holistic development of
students, promoting not only academic success but also personal well-being.
The inclusion of students with intellectual disabilities in Colombia is examined in another article,
which compares the theoretical and practical aspects of educational inclusion. The results reveal
significant discrepancies between theory and practice, suggesting that while there is a solid
theoretical framework, its practical implementation is inconsistent. This study highlights the need
to improve inclusion policies and practices to ensure that all students receive a quality and equi-
table education. Effective inclusion is essential to ensure that all students, regardless of their
abilities, have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
In the context of virtual education in Nicaragua, an article examines the challenges faced by
university teachers to enhance student knowledge through digital platforms. The research un-
derscores the need for teacher training and adaptation to create a dynamic and effective lear-
ning environment. The results indicate that virtual education can be effective if teachers are
adequately prepared and have the necessary tools to manage information and communication
technologies. Adopting virtual education is crucial to expanding access to education and adap-
ting to changes in the global educational landscape.
Emotional education is highlighted as a key tool to improve the educational process in Colom-
bia. Through a literature review, the positive impacts of emotional education on academic per-
formance, school coexistence, and students' emotional well-being are analyzed. The theoretical
findings suggest that emotional education promotes essential skills such as self-awareness, self-
regulation, and empathy, contributing to holistic personal and academic development. Imple-
menting emotional education programs can transform the educational experience, creating a
more positive environment and supporting students' overall growth.