Introduction to the Technological Institute Superior of El Mante (ITSM)
The Technological Institute Superior of El Mante (ITSM) hosted a working meeting to harmonize mathematics curricula between secondary and higher education levels, according to its general director, Jesús Alberto Moctezuma Sandoval.
Objective of the Meeting
The primary goal of this meeting, convened by the Academic Deputy of the institution, was to establish a smoother transition for students moving from high school to undergraduate technical education. This would optimize the teaching of mathematics and enhance the academic performance of students in the region.
Participants and Discussions
Academic representatives from various educational institutions in the area took part in discussions, addressing critical limitations identified in students and analyzing current teaching methods.
Key Areas of Focus
The main focus was to identify opportunities for strengthening the academic transition between both education levels and significantly reduce dropout rates associated with difficulties in mathematics subjects.
Institutional Collaboration
Moctezuma Sandoval praised the participating schools for their commitment and collaboration to elevate educational quality in the region. The meeting gathered directors and teachers from institutions such as:
- Unidad Académica Multidisciplinaria Mante (UAMM)
- CBTIS 15
- CONALEP 127
- COBAT 03
- COBACH 04 El Naranjo S.L.P.
- Preparatoria Mante
- CBTIS 98
- CBTIS 209
- CBTA 83 Loma Alta Extensión Celaya
- CBTA 273 de Antiguo Morelos
Commitment to Quality Education
Moctezuma Sandoval emphasized that this academic exercise reflects ITSM’s dedication to improving educational quality and inter-institutional collaboration for enhancing mathematics teaching, a crucial aspect in shaping future engineers and professionals.
Support from State Government
These academic meetings are made possible by the support of the Tamaulipas State Government, led by Governor Américo Villarreal Anaya, and the Education Secretary, Miguel Ángel Valdez García. They promote continuous improvement and transformation of higher education in Tamaulipas, making it a pillar for societal development.
Key Questions and Answers
- What was the purpose of the meeting? The main goal was to optimize mathematics teaching and improve academic performance by establishing a smoother transition between secondary and higher education levels.
- Who participated in the meeting? Academic representatives from various institutions, including UAMM, CBTIS 15, CONALEP 127, COBAT 03, COBACH 04 El Naranjo S.L.P., Preparatoria Mante, CBTIS 98, CBTIS 209, CBTTA 83 Loma Alta Extensión Celaya, and CBTTA 273 de Antiguo Morelos.
- What were the key areas of focus? Identifying critical limitations in students and analyzing current teaching methods to find opportunities for strengthening academic transitions and reducing dropout rates in mathematics.
- What role does the state government play? The Tamaulipas State Government, led by Governor Américo Villarreal Anaya and Education Secretary Miguel Ángel Valdez García, supports these initiatives to improve and transform higher education in Tamaulipas.
