dc.contributor.advisor | Maliza Cruz, Wellington Issac | |
dc.contributor.author | Torres Cedeño, Maira Alejandra | |
dc.date.accessioned | 2025-04-23T04:33:02Z | |
dc.date.available | 2025-04-23T04:33:02Z | |
dc.date.issued | 2025 | |
dc.identifier.uri | http://dspace.utb.edu.ec/handle/49000/17829 | |
dc.description | The study "Emerging Technologies as Tools for Social Inclusion" analyzes how digitalization can improve the quality of life in rural communities, focusing on Babahoyo. Key areas such as education, health, access to basic services, and employment were identified, evaluating the impact of tools like artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and the Internet of Things. The methodology included focus groups and surveys conducted among rural inhabitants, revealing that lack of connectivity, high device costs, and limited digital training are critical barriers. The results show that while emerging technologies offer opportunities such as distance education and telemedicine, the digital divide continues to limit access. The study highlights the need for teacher and community training programs to encourage technological adoption. Additionally, it proposes investment strategies in digital infrastructure and public policies that promote technological equity. In conclusion, digitalization can be a key driver for social inclusion, but it requires coordinated efforts between the government, private sector, and communities to ensure accessibility and sustainability. Strengthening rural connectivity and implementing initiatives to reduce digital inequalities in vulnerable sectors are recommended. | es_ES |
dc.description | The study "Emerging Technologies as Tools for Social Inclusion" analyzes how digitalization can improve the quality of life in rural communities, focusing on Babahoyo. Key areas such as education, health, access to basic services, and employment were identified, evaluating the impact of tools like artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and the Internet of Things. The methodology included focus groups and surveys conducted among rural inhabitants, revealing that lack of connectivity, high device costs, and limited digital training are critical barriers. The results show that while emerging technologies offer opportunities such as distance education and telemedicine, the digital divide continues to limit access. The study highlights the need for teacher and community training programs to encourage technological adoption. Additionally, it proposes investment strategies in digital infrastructure and public policies that promote technological equity. In conclusion, digitalization can be a key driver for social inclusion, but it requires coordinated efforts between the government, private sector, and communities to ensure accessibility and sustainability. Strengthening rural connectivity and implementing initiatives to reduce digital inequalities in vulnerable sectors are recommended. | es_ES |
dc.description.abstract | El estudio "Tecnologías Emergentes como Herramientas para la Inclusión Social" analiza cómo la digitalización puede mejorar la calidad de vida en comunidades rurales, enfocándose en Babahoyo. Se identificaron áreas clave como educación, salud, acceso a servicios básicos y empleo, evaluando el impacto de herramientas como inteligencia artificial, realidad aumentada e Internet de las Cosas. La metodología incluyó grupos focales y encuestas a habitantes rurales, revelando que la falta de conectividad, el alto costo de dispositivos y la escasa capacitación digital son barreras críticas.
Los resultados muestran que, aunque las tecnologías emergentes ofrecen oportunidades como educación a distancia y telemedicina, la brecha digital sigue limitando su acceso. Se destaca la necesidad de programas de formación docente y comunitaria para fomentar la adopción tecnológica. Además, se proponen estrategias de inversión en infraestructura digital y políticas públicas que promuevan la equidad tecnológica. En conclusión, la digitalización puede ser un motor clave para la inclusión social, pero requiere esfuerzos coordinados entre el gobierno, la empresa privada y la comunidad para garantizar su accesibilidad y sostenibilidad. Se recomienda fortalecer la conectividad rural y generar iniciativas que reduzcan las desigualdades digitales en sectores vulnerables. | es_ES |
dc.format.extent | 62 p. | es_ES |
dc.language.iso | es | es_ES |
dc.publisher | Babahoyo: UTB-FAFI. 2025 | es_ES |
dc.rights | Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States | * |
dc.rights.uri | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/ | * |
dc.subject | Inclusión social | es_ES |
dc.subject | Tecnologías emergentes | es_ES |
dc.subject | Inteligencia artificial | es_ES |
dc.subject | Realidad aumentada | es_ES |
dc.subject | Internet de las cosas | es_ES |
dc.subject | Brecha digital | es_ES |
dc.subject | Participación ciudadana | es_ES |
dc.subject | Empoderamiento | es_ES |
dc.subject.other | Sistema de Información | es_ES |
dc.title | Tecnologías emergentes como herramientas para la inclusión social. | es_ES |
dc.type | bachelorThesis | es_ES |