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: 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.

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. 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. 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.

In Ecuador, the production and export of quinoa has increased in recent years, on the other hand, when analyzing the consumption of this whole grain and its derivatives, it has been noted that ignorance of its properties has allowed people not to consume said product. The objective to follow is the analysis of the conceptualization of the origin, property and consumption of quinoa. Methodology: We apply a methodology of non-experimental design, transactional design, descriptive transactional, in addition they are articulated with qualitative and quantitative techniques, thus building tools to carry out a statistical analysis, in the results through the sample the tabulation will be reached and Dissertation of the data obtained that will allow us to design strategies, thus giving the conclusion of the proposed study that with different alternatives it is possible to improve and promote the commercialization of quinoa and its derivatives.

Introduction. Education is constantly evolving and improving with the innovation of new methodologies, strategies, resources and technological advances. Objective. To compare the academic performance of education students through emotions to improve virtual learning. Methodology. Design science research was used. The methods applied were analytical, synthetic and experimental. The study was carried out in the "Nueva Concordia" Educational Unit, to a group of eleven high school students, obtaining a non-probabilistic sampling due to the world pandemic. The instrument applied in the survey was a questionnaire, which by means of the Likert scale allowed measuring the valuation of the student's emotions and for the internal consistency index the Cronbach's Alpha coefficient was used with a value of 0.82 of very high reliability and validity. Then, to indicate the degree of statistical relationship between emotions and grades, Pearson's correlation coefficient was applied. Results. The results showed that the emotions; happiness, surprise and disgust are positively correlated and the emotions fear and neutral negatively correlated with the virtual tutor's grade. Conclusion. The research allows us to conclude that emotions are not strongly correlated with the student's grade after the interaction, however they do influence it. This is due to the fact that all people are different and although some similarities are found in this sense it does not mean that they are fulfilled in a generalized way in all people.

Introduction. This research work has as its primary focus the study of popular cultural manifestations related to religion and the city of Riobamba, a religious tradition with more than 100 years of history that due to a global pandemic has had to be paralyzed, in the month of December of the year 2021 the faithful devotees of the Child "King of Kings" who is currently owned by the Mendoza family. Objective. Tribute to the Sacred Child Image "King of Kings" with ceremonial acts in the "Loma de Quito" temple, with dances where traditional characters participate, serenades to strengthen the faith of the faithful devotees. Methodology. This research has an ethnographic methodology, with a qualitative and field research design applying the observation technique and an information organization file instrument that served to establish the order of the celebration developed in 11 days, also worked with the table of Hierarchical Taxonomy of the Popular Cultural Manifestations of Chimborazo for the selection of the manifestation object of this study that is Magic / Religion. Result. Registration tables of the development of religious activities for 11 days with photographic evidence that demonstrates the devotion of the faithful despite being in a time of pandemic. Conclusion. Finally, popular cultural manifestations have been determined as expressions or products of a popular cultural system, in terms of religious festivities that are expressions of popular religiosity and identity reference in our territory, the celebration in honor of the child "King of Kings” of the city of Riobamba, values ​​converge, not only religious, but also cultural, social.

Introduction. The development of critical thinking is an essential aspect for life. In students with Intellectual Educational Needs, developing critical thinking due to the characteristics that they present together with the few existing methodologies for their development becomes a great challenge. Target. To reflect on the importance of Music Therapy as an option for the development of critical thinking in students with Intellectual Educational Needs. Methodology. The research followed a descriptive, documentary methodology, based on the Systematic Review of the Literature between the years 2000 and 2021, managing to consult a total of 26 sources, of which 8 constituted bibliographic potentials. Results. 1.It is agreed that there are different conceptions about the definition of critical thinking, as well as various methodologies to develop it; Given its complexity and importance in the psychoeducational context, together with the limited studies in the case of students with Intellectual Educational Needs, there is an epistemic gap that needs to be solved, hence further research is needed.2. The usefulness of Music Therapy was demonstrated, reaffirming itself as a viable and effective option for the comprehensive development of students with Intellectual Educational Needs, however, it is necessary to reflect on its use for the development of critical thinking in students with Educational Needs. Intellectual Educational, inferring that this theory must be tested in investigative practice. 3. A System of actions aimed at developing critical thinking is proposed, specifying that it must be made up of three basic actions: Diagnosis, Training and Multidisciplinary Intervention. Conclusions The development of critical thinking in students with Intellectual Educational Needs is a topic of interest and highly complex. Music Therapy, given its own benefits and benefits, could be considered a feasible strategy for the development of critical thinking in students with Intellectual Educational Needs.

Introduction. The problem caused by soft soils within the city of Cuenca, is increasingly increased due to the population expansion of the city, especially in two peripheral areas: Challuabamba and Nulti, presenting cases of slope instability, serious cracks in masonry, sinkholes etc. Target. In this article, an analysis is made of how seismic waves are amplified or attenuated in soft soils and allow us to determine the highest peak of frequencies and therefore calculate the fundamental period of the soil. Methodology. To determine the seismic records, it was done through geophysical tests of Seismic Refraction using the MASW method, six seismic lines were laid, two in Challuabamba and four in Nulti, which allowed us to determine the compression wave velocities (Vp), shear (Vs), and various elastic parameters of the soils studied. Results. With the elastic parameters calculated, and through the DEGTRA program, a mathematical modeling was carried out, using the Theoretical Transfer Functions, the result was the determination of the maximum frequency of the soil and in turn the period of the same, and make a comparison with the fundamental period calculated by seismic refraction. Conclusion. Through the Transfer Functions we can model how seismic waves are amplified or attenuated when transmitted within a soil stratum when perceiving a telluric movement, which are present day by day in our daily lives and especially in areas with a high seismic hazard., where site effects are the shapers of wave amplifications in soft soils.

Introduction: The article is devoted to the problem of creating an Internet platform for English teachers; said Internet platform is considered by the authors as an innovative didactic tool that performs all the functions of didactic tools and can be used for distance learning of English for a group of students; Objective: Design and implement an internet platform made up of technological tools that innovate the tools for learning the English language with university students. Methodology: The practical implementation of the theoretical foundations of game technologies in the design of the game "Tour of Ecuador" is presented: the goals and objectives of the game, the mechanics and dynamics are described, examples of tasks performed by the players are given. students during the game process. Results: The results of the application of the proposed game are analyzed. The main teaching methods within the framework of the sociocultural educational model are interactive. Educational technologies used in the educational process at different stages of training are distinguished by creativity, improvisation, authentic communication in the target language, and create favorable conditions for innovative and creative activities of students. Conclusion: By characterizing the available Internet platforms, the authors conclude that the proposed options do not meet the needs of foreign language teachers. Gaming Technologies, provides a brief description of modern game classifications, as well as gamification technology, its aspects and functions.

Progressive ageing is a worldwide reality, due to the increase in life expectancy. The named third age (seniors) are one of the most attractive niche markets to the tourism sector. This niche, becoming ever more numerous, whose   individuals are in plenty of faculties and has a considerable purchasing level, own a certain potentiality, also supported by a high amount of free time. Notwithstanding the fantastic opportunity that de niche represents, it is seen certain lack of service offers   focused to this niche. The senior niche is now a days ever more linked to enjoy their free time in touristic activities that can provide them spiritual enrichment and experiences, which is why the growing trend of traveling and the interests in new cultures and destinies. The present report develops a project of a Travel Agency specialized on meeting the requirements of senior tourists, using the economic and financial analysis as mathematical method.

Throughout history, Cuba has constantly been the victim of all kinds of attacks against national security. Among them, it is important to mention cyberattacks, which have put countless Cuban entities at risk. One of the most vulnerable sectors in terms of cybersecurity is the tourism sector, this is because, within it, connectivity and personal or confidential data play a crucial role in processes such as: reservations, purchases, accommodation, collection of customer information. For all the above, the main objective of this work is the study of techniques that allow raising the levels of cybersecurity in the Cuban tourism sector through the logical-deductive research method. The results are a series of practices that will contribute to Cuba having a system of action against cyber threats, based on risk assessment, which allow mitigating cyberattacks in companies in the tourism sector.