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Organization profile
Organization profile
The Research Group on Teaching - Learning of Sciences for Engineering (GIEACI) is dedicated to supporting and transferring research that strengthens the academic training of students, using advanced methodologies and strategies. Its mission focuses on leading educational research and innovation, especially in the field of learning evaluation, seeking to develop a training model that integrates teaching and research. This approach aims to generate innovative solutions to the challenges presented by contemporary teaching, thus contributing to the progress of the Salesian Polytechnic University (UPS) through comprehensive academic, cultural and social work.
Research lines:
- Educational Innovation in Science and Technology Education
- Evaluation and Improvement of the Educational Processes in STEM Environments
- Integration of Emerging Technologies in Engineering Education
- Adaptive Curricula and Personalization of Learning Based on Artificial Intelligence
- Research Competencies and Teaching Practice in Higher Education
- Knowledge Management and Digital Transformation of Engineering Education
Coordinator:
Llerena Izquierdo Joe Frand ([email protected])
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 1 No Poverty -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Profiles
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Innovation in the Formalization of University Management to Generate Diagnostic Scientific Knowledge, Foresight, and Consolidation Strategies
Llerena Izquierdo, J. F. (PI), Ayala Carabajo, R. (Col), Paredes Mesias, C. A. (Student), Yupa Tiuma, C. V. (Student), Villota Castro, J. N. (Col), Tomala Benavides, C. H. (Student), Romero Martinez, A. A. (Student), Montaleza Ortiz, L. D. (Student), Caicedo Escalante, S. A. (Student) & Aguirre Barbech, K. G. (Col)
1/08/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Current Status, Future Perspectives, and Strategies for Strengthening Qualitative Research in Higher Education
Llerena Izquierdo, J. F. (Col), Ayala Carabajo, R. (PI), Diaz Labanda, J. I. (Student), Balladares Alvarado, G. N. (Student), Quito Torres, J. C. (Student), Arellano Benalcazar, M. L. (Student) & Chung Silva, D. C. (Student)
31/07/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Perceptions and ethical dilemmas of engineering students regarding the use of generative AI in learning
Llerena Izquierdo, J. F. (PI) & Ayala Carabajo, R. (Col)
30/06/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
Research output
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Business sustainability of SMEs in emerging markets and entrepreneurs’ financial literacy
Benites Medina, R., Méndez Reyes, J., Ochoa Padilla, G. & López Chila, R., 2026, (Accepted/In press) In: Journal of the International Council for Small Business.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Comparative Experimental Studies on Superior Cognitive Domains: AI Versus Humans
Ayala Carabajo, R. & Llerena Izquierdo, J., Jan 2026, In: Technologies. 14, 1, 55.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Educational Innovation and University Research, Distinction, Points of Contact and Productive Interactions
Ayala Carabajo, R. & Llerena Izquierdo, J., Apr 2026, In: Education Sciences. 16, 4, 510.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Open Access
Press/Media
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Research from Polytechnic University Broadens Understanding of Technology (Innovations in Introductory Programming Education: The Role of AI with Google Colab and Gemini)
Llerena Izquierdo, J. F. & Ayala Carabajo, R.
10/01/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Studies in the Area of Artificial Intelligence Reported from Universidad Politecnica Salesiana (Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: An Analysis of Existing Bibliometrics)
Llerena Izquierdo, J. F., Lopez Chila, R. D., Sumba Nacipucha, N. A. & Cueva Estrada, J. M.
11/01/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media