Teacher training and vocational education initiatives

Educational authorities in Cantabria, Chile, and Guatemala have implemented various programs to enhance teaching quality and vocational training.

In Cantabria, the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training, and Universities launched a vocational training internship program designed to update the scientific and technical knowledge of instructors through placements in companies and excellence centers. Simultaneously, Chile’s Ministry of Education introduced a free asynchronous course for teachers and administrators focused on the effective use of school textbooks for grades 1 through 4.

Further developments in Chile include the Campus Nacimiento CMPC Duoc UC reaching a milestone of 200 graduates, utilizing a Dual Training model that integrates academic study with practical experience at industrial facilities. In Guatemala, the Ministry of Education announced the introduction of five new teaching careers for 2027, including specialties such as Intercultural Bilingual Education, Physical Education, Music, and Visual and Plastic Arts, aimed at addressing educational quality challenges.