VII Forum on Teaching Best Practices

Zamorano University successfully held the VII Forum on Teaching Best Practices, an institutional space dedicated to reflection, academic exchange, and educational innovation. This year’s edition was guided by the theme “Promoting Active Learning with Artificial Intelligence and Educational Innovation,” highlighting the importance of integrating new methodologies and technologies into the Learning-by-Doing experience.

The event featured distinguished keynote speakers who shared current trends and practical tools to enhance teaching practices. Among them:

· María Tejada Simón, Fulbright Specialist, University of Houston

· Luis Lescano, Library Specialist, University of Cuenca

· Cristhian Fernández, Director, University of La Salle

· Catalina Pinto, Representative, Anthology

Their contributions offered valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of contemporary education, especially regarding the strategic and responsible use of artificial intelligence.

Zamorano faculty members also presented successful classroom practices developed across our academic programs. These initiatives showcased strategies for managing large groups, the pedagogical use of AI tools, new approaches to assessment, active learning methodologies, and innovative practices that strengthen student learning.

With great enthusiasm, Zamorano University announces that the 2026 edition of the Forum on Teaching Best Practices will continue to build on this effort, incorporating even more innovations to drive academic excellence.

AgroHub Strengthens Central America's Agrifood Innovation Ecosystem Through the Innova AgriFoodTech and Ruta AgriFoodTech Programs

July 3, 2026

AgroHub, an initiative implemented by Zamorano University with the support of BID Lab, continues to advance agrifood innovation across Central America through its Innova AgriFoodTech (incubation) and Ruta AgriFoodTech (acceleration) programs. Through these initiatives, 92 startups from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras successfully completed a comprehensive business development process, strengthening their capacity to develop innovative solutions with strong growth and impact potential.

Zamorano University Leaders Strengthen Strategic Partnerships in Germany and the Netherlands to Advance Agri-Food Innovation

June 30, 2026

As part of its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and the expansion of international partnerships, a delegation from Zamorano University traveled to Germany and the Netherlands to visit leading agricultural technology companies, world-class research centers, and academic institutions. The purpose of the mission was to identify new collaboration opportunities that will enhance student learning and contribute to the advancement of the agri-food sector across Latin America.