Introduction: Information literacy is an imperative need within institutions and labor and educational activities, which requires specific and well-structured training, so that it can be an effective tool within professional development. Objectives: To determine the level of informational literacy of the staff and directors who work in the Public Library of Calceta. Methodology: The methodology used for the development of this study the methodology used was descriptive with an operating model where the action is intended to obtain a response. In the same way, it is based on field research, of the interview and survey type, since it provides precise and specific information on the problem that is being studied, once the data was obtained and analyzed, it was possible to determine that a large part of the library staff is not able to identify the information needs of users, in the same way several of them do not know or manage the sources of information that currently exist. Results: As a result, it was possible to achieve that the library staff needs training and education in information literacy. Conclusions: This research highlights the urgent need for library staff to have constant training on topics of interest, and that will be reflected in the level of user satisfaction, and in the construction of an information literate society.

Beginning with this Scientific Article, the burden of proof in the untimely dismissal will be analyzed in a legal manner, showing whether it is feasible that this can be reversed and not depend on whoever asserts a fact must prove it. Through the critical legal analysis, is how the development of the problem on this topic will be carried out, with the use of the dialectical method, the suitability of the evidentiary burden in the untimely dismissal will be verified, corresponding directly to the person who asserts a fact; maintaining a legal approach, based on rights, principles, jurisprudence and other bibliography suitable for the argumentation of the topic to be discussed.  The purpose of this scientific article is to provide a legal argumentation, based on the study of current legal regulations on the burden of proof in untimely dismissal, with the use of the critical method, it will be possible to corroborate whether it could be considered as a fact that violates the rights of the weakest party in the labor relationship, such as the worker, who lacks the mechanisms to gather sufficient evidence.

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.

Introduction: Extraction companies oversee extracting as much oil as possible from oil palm bunches and producing high quality oil. Objective: This study is called Improvement of the extraction rate of red oil in the Extractor "Atahualpa" Extracata S.A. The objective is to improve the extraction rate of red oil by evaluating the raw material and the processes. Methodology: Using the Soxhlet extraction method, the oil potential of four varieties of oil palm clusters and the oil losses in the extraction plant was evaluated. Using the centrifugation method, the dilution percentage of the press liquor was determined in the pressing-digestion and clarification process. In addition, the temperature of the digesters, the water tank that feeds the presses and the press liquor was recorded before entering the Tricanter. To identify the operating conditions in the sterilization process, the number of autoclaves processed was recorded. holding pressure and cooking time. Results: For the statistical analysis of the four varieties of clusters, the Tukey test was performed, resulting in a significant difference between the Taisha variety and E. guineensis. According to the mass balance, greater oil losses were recorded during the first month. Conclusion: Concerning the raw material, the bunches of E. guineensis produce a greater quantity of oil. Best results were produced when the bunches are sterilized at 45 psi for 50 min and the temperature conditions of the water tank and press liquor digesters are at 95 degrees Celsius.

Patients infected with COVID-19 disease who require mechanical ventilation have a high mortality and use of resources. The ability to predict and issue clinical criteria in which patients may require mechanical ventilation will allow greater acuity of targeted care and intervention to potentially mitigate deterioration of their physiology. Objective: To examine through the review of the scientific literature on early mobilization in patients with mechanical ventilation infected with COVID-19. Methodology: A bibliographical analysis of the literature in different scientific journals such as SCOPUS, WEB OF SCIENCE and PUBMED was conducted under a narrative, interpretive and conceptual synthesis approach. Therefore, key terms in English and Spanish were used, such as: "patients infected with covid-19", "infected mechanically ventilated patients", "critical care medicine", "mechanical ventilation". The bibliographic sources were established from 2019 to 2021. Results: The existence of medical, logistical and protection challenges for medical personnel to provide respiratory support in patients infected with COVID-19 is demonstrated, from epidemiology to clinical characteristics, and the development of pharmacological treatments that improve mortality and survival. Conclusion: An integrated therapeutic approach is essential to mitigate the adverse physical and mental health effects of COVID-19 pneumonia.

Maslach and Jackson (1981, 1982) define Burnout as an occupational manifestation of work stress and define it as a three-dimensional syndrome characterized by emotional exhaustion (EE), depersonalization (DP) and difficulty in personal achievement/fulfillment (PA). Based on this, the MBI (Maslach Burnout Inventory) questionnaire was developed to assess Burnout Syndrome in healthcare personnel. The main objective was to identify in the scientific literature on burnout syndrome in health professionals working in the oncology area by means of the Maslach Burnout Inventory. The research was conducted through a systematic review based on PRISMA. A search of updated scientific articles from 5 years ago was conducted using key words in databases such as: Pubmed, Scopus and Web of Science. There was a considerable prevalence of Burnout Syndrome in the studies found and specific risk factors for oncology services. It is necessary to put more emphasis on these aspects and to awaken the concern of those who oversee these health services, to look for solutions focused on mechanisms to treat this syndrome.

Introduction. Language teacher education has been both a concern and priority for the Ecuadorian Government for the past decade. One of the initiatives implemented was the Go Teacher programmed, an intervention aimed at helping teachers improve their language – command of – and teaching skills. However, there is a gap between what was expected from selected candidates before and after their immersion programmed. Results were varied, and there is still a complication when it comes to determining if such initiatives have been effective. Objective. To design a set of teacher training sessions based on Kolb’s Experiential Learning (1984) and Woodward’s loop-input (2003), considering a component of pedagogical content. Methodology. A literature review was performed, considering works on experiential learning, loop-input, and teachers’ perceptions on their own level of language proficiency. Results. A set of workshops based on loop-input for teacher development is proposed; experiential learning is a key component of each workshop. Conclusions. Interventions designed for teachers to improve both their knowledge of and about a language, as well as their pedagogical knowledge, should include experience-based activities given the fact that this would allow them to gain more insights about their area of practice and, at the same time, their level of competence in the language.

Introduction. Due to the global pandemic situation that is going through, it is considered to apply gamification as a learning process in virtual environments, since the game is introduced in the educational field, which is why the work game is the methodology that is used in early ages to achieve significant experiences and at the same time improve teaching practice, as an Objective. of this research is to implement gamification for the development of motivation to learn in virtual environments of children at the preparatory level of the "Salcedo" Educational Unit. Methodology. In this virtue, the research is based on the quantitative modality, with a descriptive and explanatory scope, starting from the analysis of data collected to explain the characteristics and properties of the study group. The method to be used is at the theoretical level: analysis and synthesis, hypothetical deductive and at the empirical level: direct observation (zoom) of five-year-old children and online survey of their representatives. Results As results, the reliability of the instrument was obtained with a Cronbach's alpha of .810, and in the normality evaluate a value of 0.00, which rejects the null hypothesis and accepts the alternate hypothesis in a highly significant way. Conclusions It can be concluded that the application of gamification if I motivate the student to have a significant learning in a reduced time.

Introduction. This result article is based on the research problem identified as the inefficiency of internal communication and leadership processes in the organizational culture and the consequent impacts on it that are reflected in low productivity. Objective. Determine the factors that positively impact the organizational culture of a University Academic Unit in Cuenca, Ecuador. Methodology. The applied method is the scientific one, the research is of a quantitative type, with an exploratory, descriptive and correlational scope. The study subjects are teachers and administrators of a University Academic Unit. The information is collected with census criteria. The measurement instrument is a questionnaire validated by judges' criteria and with reliability through Cronbach's Alpha coefficient of 0.959 for the general scale. Results. It is found that, at a bilateral significance level of less than 0.05 of the p-value, the research variables Prom_Internal Communication (0.789**) and Prom_Transformational Leadership (0.778**) are linearly correlated with the dependent variable Prom_ Organizational Culture. Conclusion. It is possible to develop improvement strategies in the organizational culture by incorporating innovation strategies in internal communication and transformational leadership.

This research focused on analyzing the user's perception of the use of biodegradable plastics in the city of Azogues and its impact on environmental pollution. The objectives of the study are to establish the theories related to environmental conservation, identify the factors related to the user's perception of the use of plastic products, diagnose the level of acceptance of biodegradable plastics in the city, which are developed through a quantitative research methodology, with the application of a Likert scale survey and a statistical verification of the variables, where the factors related to the user's perception were identified, finding variables such as the quality of the good, the options to choose a variety of items in the purchase process, the availability of choice in the brand and economic factors; Later, the perception on the use of biodegradable plastics was diagnosed, finding that citizens are willing to maintain a culture of environmental care, as long as the practices of plastic use are regulated and the population is informed about pollution regulation techniques.

Introduction: Tourism is one of the clearly essential sectors in the socioeconomic development of various segments of the population, and which, in turn, had a significant impact in times of pandemic since it was identified as one of the most economic activities. affected, this includes the low tourism in the Quilotoa lagoon, in the Pujilí canton, Cotopaxi province. Objective: Analyze the effects of COVID-19 on tourism and tourism reactivation strategies in the Quilotoa lagoon sector, which allow contributing to socioeconomic development. Methodology: A methodology was proposed with a quantitative approach research design, non-experimental and cross-sectional, descriptive level, and basic research modality, with the development of the inductive method. In addition, data was collected through the application of a survey made up of dichotomous questions addressed to a sample of 377 national tourists who arrive at this tourist site on weekends; For this, a Cronbach's Alpha reliability validation and an Aiken's V validation test are conducted to determine the consistency and effectiveness of the instrument. Results: From the application the survey was obtained as results that determined that most participants are female who remain single with third level studies; mostly originating from the sierra region. Likewise, strategies divided into four segments were evidenced, such as Social, Economic, Digital and Relationship with the ecosystem that will allow the reactivation of the Quilotoa lagoon. Conclusions: It was concluded that, given the need to mobilize tourism again in the Quilotoa lagoon, it is necessary to establish strategies that allow the area to be reactivated.

Introduction. Animal cancer and its development throughout the time has showed a significant difference among yesterday, today, and tomorrow, whose transversal axis seeks to extend and improve pet’s quality life Objective. this is why this research aims to elaborate a bibliography retrospective view of well recognized authors, about animal cancer and its several meanings, which main objective is to contribute with a theoretical well founded baseline to build new knowledge and at the same time to motivate and induce the discovery of new parameters able to diagnose the current patient situation to propose new therapeutic options since it is well- known that nowadays there are treatments or protocols oriented to recovery, keep or extend well-being of the cancer pet or to make a final decision such as euthanasia with the participation of all parts involved the veterinary doctor and the pet owner. Methodology. Used was inductive since it starts from general facts to achieve conclusions with a qualitative approach of a documentary type and bibliographic review. Results: At the end of the bibliographic analysis, it is determined that there are several nationally and internationally renowned authors dedicated to the fascinating study of animal cancer and whose thoughts, criteria, analysis, proposals are consolidated in this document called "Retrospective view of animal cancer"; whose purpose is synthesized in improving the quality of life of cancer patients, reducing their convalescence and suffering when opting for traditional treatments, adjuvants or euthanasia Conclusions: Finally, it is concluded that there are not many studies of animal cancer compared to human cancer and that, on the contrary, in ancient times these treatments were adapted to the needs of pets, we must consider the advances in science and technology proposes the practice of various types of traditional treatments all aimed at improving and protecting the life of pets, considered as one more member of the family with their own rights and not as a simple animal; Thus, with this bibliographic compilation, it is intended to contribute to the development of new research in search of improving the quality of life of cancer patients and their families.

In the context of the crisis imposed by COVID-19, profound changes have been generated in the dynamics of the tourism sector, with the restoration of demand from the main tourist source markets being essential. That is why, given the strong growth of Russian visitors to Cuba, the creation of a receptive travel agency specialized in this market arises as a necessity. The present research aims to develop the project to create a physical travel agency specialized in the Russian market in the tourist destination Varadero. To do this, a self-elaboration procedure was used based on different methodologies consulted on the subject and a series of theoretical and empirical methods that allowed the realization of a comprehensive analysis of the most important variables in which the constitution of the agency incurs. The main results of the investigation include the preliminary design of the offer, the analysis of the competition, and the identification of the resources and procedures necessary for the opening. The economic-financial study demonstrated the feasibility of the agency, with a recovery period of the investment of approximately two years and a positive value of the Net Present Value.

We live in a time where the change is one of the fundamental features that qualify the historical moment due to the impact that the development reached by science and technology has had on society. It means that we are living in a period in which models and patterns we operated with until yesterday are being broken and new ones that not rarely escape our imagination are being implemented. This change affects all spheres of human activity, especially the cognitive and evaluative ones. That is why it is becoming increasingly necessary the study and reflection on the organic interweaving of ethics with the technoscientific work. For that reason this essay focuses on the treatment of one of the most urgent challenges for the university education in our time, included in the Declaration of Paris, which is based on the ethical training of future professionals so that they can face the deep crisis of values in modern society that also threat to erase the moral underpinnings necessary to build the future.

This research paper presents the study of propagation models: Log-Normal, Okumura-Hata, Walfish-Bertoni, Walfish-Ikegami and SUI; through which a comparison will be made with the measurements made in different sectors in the city of Riobamba, for this study we will collaborate with the mobile operators Claro and Tuenti. For the respective measurements, random points are taken around the radio base with the help of the Network Cell Info-Lite cellular application with a minimum estimate of 50 data with their respective distance at three different times of the day in the morning, noon and afternoon, for this the study will be carried out in four sectors of the city, an average of the 50 extracted data will be calculated. The objective is to determine which model fits the previously mentioned propagation models, the results will be analyzed, and it will be interpreted which model fits each of the five proposed locations, considering the restrictions and parameters of each of the proposed propagation models.

Introduction. The article argues that the COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on higher education, affecting everyday life and the functioning of academic and administrative activities. In this context, a case study is conducted at Bolívar State University to establish the correlation between the quality of the academic process and the satisfaction of graduates in the Marketing program, through the dimensions of relevance and learning, significance and communication, and effectiveness and administrative management. The goal is to establish strategies that ensure satisfaction in the quality of academic processes. Objective. The purpose of this research is to determine the correlation between the quality of the academic process and the satisfaction of graduates from the Marketing program at Bolívar State University (UEB) during the period from November 2021 to March 2022. Analytical dimensions will be established covering relevance and learning, significance, and communication, as well as effectiveness and administrative management of said program at UEB. Methodology. A descriptive and cross-sectional correlational study is conducted, using a survey-type evaluative questionnaire validated by expert educators. For the analysis, the Cronbach's Alpha coefficient based on standardized items is employed, as well as the Spearman's Rho statistic. Results. A positive correlation of medium magnitude was found, involving 80% of the graduates and degree-seeking students from the Marketing program at Bolívar State University between academic quality and graduate satisfaction in Marketing, emphasizing the importance of maintaining educational excellence. Bolívar State University demonstrated resilience by successfully adapting to virtual education during the pandemic. Effective communication and efficient administrative management were key factors in the educational experience. Conclusion. The study highlights Bolívar State University's successful adaptation to virtual education during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating a consistent learning curve and minimizing adaptation challenges. Additionally, a positive and significant correlation was found between the quality of the academic process and graduate satisfaction in the Marketing program, underscoring the importance of maintaining educational excellence. Effective institutional and program-level communication plays a crucial role in student satisfaction, and efficient administrative management has been a key factor in the educational experience. These results indicate a positive trajectory, but continued investment in improving educational quality is recommended to maintain elevated levels of satisfaction and institutional excellence.