Sistema Regional de Información
en línea para Revistas Científicas de América Latina,
el Caribe, España y Portugal

Summary Within the tourism activities, the knowledge of culture has become one of the main reasons that attract visitors to country, so that cultural heritage can be an attraction that enhances the different products offered to customers. Such is the case of the heritage value of the bridges in Matanzas, which are not properly exploited for tourism purposes. Precisely, the corresponding research addressed how a tourism management project for the cultural heritage of the bridges of Matanzas, specifically the bridges of La Concordia, Calixto García and Sánchez Figueras, can contribute to the revaluation of this cultural heritage. In this study, reference is made to the theoretical and conceptual aspects of heritage and its relationship with tourism, cultural heritage, bridges as part of heritage, tourist routes, tourism management of cultural heritage and heritage tourism management projects. Qualitative methodology was used as a basis, through phenomenology. The research techniques used were: non-participant observation and document analysis. As a result of the research, a cultural heritage management project was designed, consisting of a tourist route called "The bridges of Matanzas, more than a link'', which revalorises the cultural heritage.

The article is dedicated to the technology of the use of communicative exercises in the teaching of reading, which help teach students how to work with texts of different genres and develop and improve this skill. Repeated reference to the text according to this technology develops not only the ability to read, but also allows you to achieve your understanding at the level of meaning. This article corresponds to a proposal considering a series of communicative exercises designed to work with texts of different types and contribute not only to the understanding of what is read, but also to the expression of high-quality speech with the expression of one's own opinion. The experience of organizing independent work in English as a foreign language at level 0 - B1, through computer technologies using for it: part of the electronic teaching aids available on the data network. The change in the number of hours of academic load available for the classroom requires the updating and creation of electronic teaching materials. On the other hand, the communicative competence of university students in the study of a foreign language, using innovative methods to pronounce the English language correctly, in this important stage of learning for the generation of statements in a dialogical and monological way, through examples with which can build a didactic guide for handling each topic covered in the English.

Introduction: Plastic (polyethylene) is an important ally in the daily life of human beings; however, its use and excessive accumulation has generated a serious environmental problem. Objective: This research seeks to develop a biodegradable material based on chickpea starch with characteristics like plastic that can potentially be used as a coating for food. Methodology: A literature review was carried out to determine the extraction method of chickpea starch, selecting the wet method. A two-factor experimental design with two factors, starch weight (g) and volume of distilled water (mL), was carried out and 1.5 mL of glycerin (plasticizer) and 4 mL of acetic acid (chemical modifier) were added to each treatment. The mechanical properties of bioplastics are tested under NTE INEN 2635:2012 Test methods for tensile properties of thin films and their biodegradability under Technical Standard INEN 2643:2012. Specifications for compostable plastics. Results: The starch was characterized by physicochemical tests: 19% amylose, 81% amylopectin, 4.53 pH, 39249 mPas viscosity, 60ºC gelatinization temperature and 4.82 solubility index. The bioplastic formulation with better mechanical properties is constituted by: 3.5 % (1.5 mL) glycerin, 9.5 % (4 mL) acetic acid, 3.5 % (1.5 g) chickpea starch and 83.5 % (35 mL) distilled water. The selected biopolymer presents high aqueous biodegradability and physical characteristics: 4.9 Mpa modulus of elasticity, 24.2 % elongation, 2.8 N maximum load, 1 Mpa maximum stress.  Conclusion: The bioplastic obtained from chickpea starch presents mechanical properties comparable to low density polyethylene films and biodegradable properties that allow its use in food wrapping.

Introduction. In recent years, multiple environmental certification systems have been established to combat and reduce pollution generated by the construction industry. This is a key issue to improve energy consumption, so new buildings are consolidated worldwide, and it represents a challenge for their implementation in small-scale heritage buildings and daily uses, such as those existing in the Historic Center of Cuenca (Ecuador). Objective. Generate a methodological proposal for energy certification for heritage buildings of environmental value, capable of integrating with the rehabilitation criteria established for this type of building. Methodology. The review and evaluation of indicators and criteria established in the LEED-H, BREEAM, VERDE and QH&E certifications are used, together with the characterization of the case study, and the factors of the physical environment. Results. What is determined; A home belonging to the VA heritage value category, with respect to the perception of its occupants, has a deficit in its lighting, as well as in comfort due to temperature due to the characterization of the materials that do not provide sufficient thermal transmittance for the proper passage of the heat in the home, which is reflected in the final energy consumption of 425.97 kWh / month / dwelling unit. Finally, the methodological proposal scheme makes it possible to reconcile energy certification with heritage rehabilitation. Conclusion. The analysis concludes that energy consumption in buildings is high due to current use, in addition, the wide diversity of buildings requires a flexible methodological scheme that allows each building to be studied according to its own parameters and guide its certification.

It is necessary to transfer science and technology in the improvement of agricultural productions, to the producers of the Ecuadorian Andean region, and to improve the commercialization of their productions. The objective of this research is to provide a model for the improvement of matico and nettle products in their processing. Experimental drying of the plants was carried out in a tray tunnel type electric dryer at temperatures of 45 C, 55 C, and 65 C with a duration of 6 hours for a temperature of 45 C, 5 hours for 55 C, and 4 hours for 65 C , each experiment with 4 repetitions. Exploratory, descriptive, explanatory studies are adopted. They appeal to statistical-mathematical, inductive-deductive, expert methods, analysis, and synthesis of sources. The results in the determination of the drying ratio of matico and nettle was used the mathematical model of the characteristic curve based on the equation y = Ax + B; obtaining values for nettle of A = -0.0006x2-0.0704x + 1.9485 and B = -0.007x-0.0136; for the case of the matico A = -0.0007x2-0.0793x + 2.25 and B = -0.007x-0.0184 in all equations, x, represents the drying temperature. These equations obtained values from which the drying ratio was formulated with the equation RS = ln (mr) -A / B, which is determined at a moisture content of 12% to 14%. These demonstrate the viability of the model and its immediate application. It concludes in socializing producers of the province and the Ecuadorian highlands region this drying model.

Introduction. Information and Communication Technologies have impacted all areas of human and social development. In the case of Human Talent Management, it continues to be a topic of interest, however, it is not always possible to visualize what to do in order to optimize the management of human talent from the perspective of Information and Communication Technology. Target. Establish the relationship between Information and Communication Technologies and the quality of the Human Talent Management process. Methodology. The study used a descriptive, non-experimental methodology based on theoretical methods that allowed us to review the preceding literature and establish the main arguments related to the topic. Results. 1. The theoretical foundations confirm the importance of using Information and Communication Technologies as a fundamental tool to improve Human Talent Management in different institutions. 2. Work is required to eliminate digital gaps, which still persist; This implies achieving accessibility to computers, the Internet and the technology itself, eliminating the existing inequality. 3. An integrated development strategy is proposed in five phases: Diagnosis, Planning, Application, Reorganization, which allows optimizing the Human Talent Management process from the perspective of Information and Communication Technology. Conclusions. A review of the theoretical references confirms the importance of using Information and Communication Technology as a fundamental tool for improving Human Talent Management in different institutions or companies. A possible development strategy is provided to be applied in the different ones for the optimization of the development of competences and management of ICTs, with a view to improving Human Talent Management.

Introduction. The use of Arduino in electronic systems allows the articulation of hardware and software in a friendly and interactive way, motivating the student to express their creativity in the operation of an electrical circuit with the linking of electronic elements. Objective. Explain about the learning of Arduino as a remarkable element in electronic prototypes, in the University students of the first levels. Methodology. Quantitative research was carried out with the students, where the way in which the platform is used in their formative education was considered, Tinkercad was also taken as an interactive digital tool, which allows improving certain aspects in the educational field by promoting that the contents are taken to a digital area allowing them to be more didactic, entertaining and easy to use. Results. The results were obtained from a survey separated by sections, applied to 120 students, who were 63.3% men and 36.7% women. Of them, 33% of the students affirm that they know Tinkercad and that they have sometimes handled this online application for electronics, on the other hand, we have a very small percentage of 4.2% of students who mention not knowing this program and the 25% describe that they have hardly ever used such an application. Conclusion. ICT applications, tinkercad, arduino, etc., in class hours, allow better iteration between teachers and students.

Introduction. The COVID-19 pandemic generated the imposition by decree of the virtual modality of teleworking in public institutions. Objective. Reveal the positive and negative repercussions of the use of digital systems in the teleworking modality in public entities. Methodology. Bibliographic review. Results. Public sector employees were not prepared to work under the virtual modality, so they bought new technological resources, increasing their expenses at home and the discomfort in the development of their functions, extending the daily workday to more than eight hours, where he also dealt with family problems. Despite this, the employers did not supervise the state of the technological resources of the public servants, nor did they participate in their expenses, because they do not have protocols for their control. However, teleworking was an important contribution to guarantee the continuity of work, minimizing travel costs and preventing the spread of the coronavirus. Conclusion. It is expected that the teleworking modality will be adequately regulated, so that workers can enjoy better working conditions, adjusted to a defined schedule, with adequate equipment that ensures greater comfort.

Introduction. Financial entities advance in their commitment to financially empower entrepreneurs who are people who, based on their own or another's idea, can create a business opportunity, in the form of a company also called a startup, often assuming a financial risk in doing so. His profile includes traits such as confidence in the idea, capacity for conviction, clear search for results, intensive dedication, and great commitment. objective. Study the impact of microcredits granted by financial institutions in the economic reactivation of the Austro region. Methodology. The design was based on the positivist research paradigm, with a non-experimental and cross-sectional field design, documentary support and a descriptive level. The sample used was addressed to 157 microentrepreneurs who have benefited from different lines of credit. Results. Among the most frequent results we have the microcredits destined to the reactivation of the business (39.49%), to new investments (21.66%) and to the diversification of the line of business (19.11%); These companies develop new products each time or expand into new markets. According to the surveys, 85% of the businesses that were supported with microcredits are applying recent sales policies in installments. The industrial sector that previously manufactured a specific product, today that same product, is manufactured in unusual ways and with different presentations, sizes, flavors, colors, and prices, based on the imagination and creativity that are maintaining the economy and improving activities, not only those that correspond to the productive function but also to the commercial function. Conclusion. The microcredits provided by financial institutions to different target groups in society are encouraging people to conduct entrepreneurship; thus, contributing to improve its sales and, therefore, to generate employment, include society and improve the quality of life of those who live in the provinces of Azuay, Cañar, and Morona Santiago, in the Austro region.

Introduction: To solve many problems in the field of maintenance management and Reliability in Physical Assets is solved by analyzing data through statistical processes, one of these applications is the Distribution of Weibull. Objective: The present study aims to quote some of the Weibull distribution applications and its use in the field of reliability. Applying the Weibull distribution versatility, the calculation model of the reliability estimators for repairable and non-repairable equipment is presented, therefore the method of least squares is used, considering the Weibull bi-parametric equation. Methodology: A sample of 119 failures of forty generator sets of the same mark was used, the steps for calculating the distribution parameters with the method of least squares using Excel software are clearly described, the probability density functions, cumulative failure probability, survival, and instantaneous failure rate were plotted, finally several test times were evaluated to demonstrate future estimates of reliability. As a second application of resolving the time of the Reliability equation R(t) it is possible to obtain for a certain failure mode the change frequency time of a replaceable asset after the occurrence of a failure.  The third application is the third parameter of the Weibull distribution determination  with a graphical method, for which a sample of 130 failures was taken, data grouping was initially used through the class ranges defined in a frequency history, then random values ​​​​close to the first fault were selected to test them by contrasting data between the last data of each class range with each of the estimated data, when graphing them, it is determined which of them best approximates a straight line. Result: three applications were obtained where the Weibull distribution is applied, different databases were used for the analysis of each case. Conclusions: The Weibull distribution is very adaptable, it can cover other distributions such as exponential and normal distributions, it can also work whit little or a lot of data, based on its multiple applications have been developed in the field of Reliability.