STEM EDUCATION LIFELINE (SEL)

          There are remote areas facing severe challenges, however these are populated with human beings that want to be hopeful , women and children experiencing serious constraints.   On many occasions these regions are being forgotten.  Citizens of the world with very  limited, scarce opportunities, youngsters missing out on  what are considered rights, not privileges. 

          Children dreaming of being educated and mentored during hard times, parents looking for orientation, educators feeling helpless, as they try to engage a sector plagued with adversity.

          Many non profit organizations step up, become first responders; they answer the call and are willing to go as far as needed.  Some organizations walk the walk as they say… not just rhetoric nor hollow promises or poses.  It is a breath of fresh air to come across organizations that do want to reach out and touch lives of the ones at the bottom half of the income scale.

          Dr. Berthrude Albert is our guest. CEO//Co-Founder of P4H Global.  We are truly thrilled to have her on the podcast. Join us as we learn some more about the institution that she leads.

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     Today’s   episode will touch on a fascinating scientific topic. There is a relationship between quantum mechanics and higher brain functions. Quantum mechanics being the science that deals with the behavior of matter and light on the atomic and subatomic level. We are talking electrons, protons, neutrons amongst other particles.

     Physicists and neuroscientists have taken turns developing theories and have made substantial efforts by studying the brain and solving questions using scientific experiments. Newly developed techniques for measuring the brain activity are enabling scientists to refine their theories about consciousness and how it forms in the brain.   Consciousness is the state of being awake and aware of one’s surroundings, which perhaps is related to our decision making or lack thereof. 

     Our guest, Dr. Jesús Gilberto Concepción, PhD in Physical Organic Chemistry, is a regular contributor for The Human Element published by the Human Development and Leadership Division of American Society for Quality.   Thus far he has written several articles  discussing the mathematical brain, assessing the effect of the ominous Covid 19 in the brain (https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jesus_Gilberto_Concepcion).   Dr. Concepción has studied the relationship between the brain function and its symmetry.   You can find these studies in Research Gate, an academic social networking site for scientists and researchers
We will inquire about a Dynamic System Evaluation,SED®️ which he developed using the Brain Nanotechnology approach in order to find the Symmetry and Velocity of coordination pattern in individuals. We encourage you to listen in.  Enjoy!

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Los temas que tratamos en nuestro podcast tienen un denominador común que es la educación. Necesariamente esto implica que hay un proceso de aprendizaje que produce un desarrollo cerebral y cognitivo en los estudiantes, de todas las edades.

El que educa en un aula debe conocer que el aprendizaje por experiencia genera conexiones fuertes y duraderas. 

Nuestra profesional invitada , la lic Laura Fernandez , versada en materia de neurociencia y aprendizaje, comparte con nosotros . Ella nos  explica sobre  los avances neurocientíficos, el funcionamiento del cerebro en el proceso de aprendizaje. Laura revela los secretos de cómo aprende el ser humano, y ofrece información relacionada a innovaciones en la  práctica educativa. En este episodio tenemos la oportunidad de entender  mejor la biología del aprendizaje. 

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In this episode with Dr. Gladys Colon, we touched base on several concerns surrounding financial aid.  Some college students find the process extremely tedious, many others miss out on opportunities due to ignorance or lack of motivation. 

In our conversation we discussed about some issues that black and brown students come across when they apply for financial aid.  Also,  Dr Colon brings some good news to undocumented folks inquiring for financial assistance as well.

We encourage parents and students to listen in and spread the word.  You can't go wrong and there is plenty to learn. 

Our guest is a true advocate for all students, and she has a personal commitment to students of color.  As a product of the Hartford Public school system and being the first person to attend college, she knew early on that she had to be a true warrior for this cohort of students.

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          En esta entrega conversamos con el Ingeniero Jose Ezequiel Diaz, líder de un grupo de estudiantes que han sido  declarados por el Consejo Académico del Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) como Orgullo Inteciano . Ellos son los integrantes del equipo (Apolo 27) que participó en la competencia “Desafío Rover de Exploración Humana 2020”, que organiza la Administración Nacional de la Aeronáutica y del Espacio (NASA) de Estados Unidos, en la que obtuvieron el Premio de la Seguridad del Sistema. Ellos son profesionales en el área de STEM, han superado adversidades,  y llenan de orgullo  a la República Dominicana. 

          Sostuvimos una plática muy amena con nuestro invitado, aprendimos sobre sus dificultades, y retos.  Enfrentó condiciones de extrema pobreza para luego convertirse en un profesional exitoso, un mentor, y ciudadano ejemplar. También es un educador muy comprometido con su comunidad, a través de proyectos sociales, dando apoyo a sectores marginados e inspirando una nueva generación de jóvenes.

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The opinion of Dr. Ramon Caceres is highly valued.  He has been named a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical  and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and  a Distinguished Scientist by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). He is on the board of directors of the Computing Research Association's Committee on Widening Participation (CRA-WP). Specifically, he is a co-chair of the CRA-WP Grad Cohort Workshop for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Leadership Skills (IDEALS) (https://cra.org/cra-wp/grad-cohort-ideals/), in which he has also served as speaker and mentor.

In this episode, we talk about his career and the current situation of minority groups in the Computer Science field. Caceres, Software Engineer at Google, provides informative recommendations for all ambitious youngsters out there pursuing this career and willing to overcome adversity.

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Dr. Daniel Taveras shares his perspective on vaccines and drug development as well as the clinical trial process. Also, our guest discusses multiple projects he has been involved in his professional career, and evaluates the current situation on STEM jobs amongst minorities. You need to listen to Mr. Taveras as he unpacks his expedition stretching from the early days as an undergrad in the Dominican Republic “moving up through the ranks” to become a respected scientist.

Pam Alba y Alejandra Escovar, están labrando caminos, en el área de STEAM. Ellas despiertan la creatividad e imparten conocimientos, entre  los jovencitos del St. George School, Santo Domingo, República Dominicana. Tuvimos una conversación amena, sencilla pero de peso, pues estas educadoras le ponen entusiasmo a la instrucción y obtienen resultados. Durante este episodio, estas damas resumen su estilo pedagógico, y describen la manera como lo ponen en práctica.

En este episodio, conversamos con Angel Durán, mentor del FIRST Robotics Competition en el Colegio Carol Morgan, profesor de tecnología y Director del equipo TeamDRIFT. Conocerán también a Pablo Herrera , Ingeniero de Manufactura quien ha desarrollado relevantes proyectos científicos educativos y es sumamente experimentado en Automatización. Pablo ha implementado exitosamente planes de instrucción interdisciplinarios en diversas escuelas y actualmente dirige el laboratorio  de Robótica de la institución educativa para la cual labora.  Ángel y Pablo son instructores de tecnología el Colegio Carol Morgan, el cual desarrolla un programa innovador de STEM. 

Tuvimos la oportunidad de conocerlos  con profundidad, indagamos sobre su jornada pedagógica y su filosofía en educación STEM en República Dominicana.  Esperamos que disfruten este episodio cargado de muchas estrategias educacionales.

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El Dr. Ralph Minaya se une al Ingeniero Manuel Guerrero para discutir tecnologías fascinantes y tendencias innovadoras en educación. Los anfitriones abordan los problemas sociales más fascinantes desde el punto de STEM. Comparten un impulso incansable por servir e informar a la comunidad. Educadores, estudiantes y expertos cuentan con un canal diseñado para exponer deficiencias y soluciones a los problemas que afectan a la zona triestatal y su querida República Dominicana.