Information and communication technology in the training of health care human resources

Abstract

Background: Higher education in Ecuador must meet the educational policies concerning the comprehensive training of future health care professionals, where transformations of science and technology play a key role. Methods: The study provides a characterization of the behavior of the information technology implementation in the training of health care human resources at the Bolivarian Institute of Technology. A literature review of the topic was conducted, as well as a documentary analysis and an observation of the locations used. Then, a methodological triangulation of the resulting information was carried out. Results: The results were grouped according to their characteristics in this center of higher learning, possibilities of use and existing infrastructure. Some examples are shown. Conclusions: Since its implementation, several macro-curricular projects have been introduced, and the development of an oriented and effective teaching-learning process that promotes the training of comprehensive professionals, who are able to develop a critical thinking that contributes to a sustainable development of the country.