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Reglamento UPA

Reglamento del Primer Cuatrimestre 2026

Introducción al Reglamento

  • Se presenta el reglamento para el primer cuatrimestre de 2026, aplicable a las sedes de Buenos Aires y San Vito.
  • La única diferencia entre las sedes es el inicio de clases y las fechas para enviar actas.

Bienvenida y Objetivos

  • Se da una cálida bienvenida a los estudiantes, enfatizando un cuatrimestre lleno de éxitos y aprendizaje.
  • La misión institucional se centra en servir a la sociedad mediante soluciones académicas que potencien el liderazgo responsable.

Enfoque Educativo

  • Se destaca la importancia del trabajo en equipo y la calidad educativa, fomentando un ambiente donde los estudiantes se sientan cómodos para consultar dudas.
  • Los docentes deben hacer sentir a los estudiantes valorados e importantes dentro del proceso educativo.

Visión Institucional

  • La universidad aspira a ser un referente global por su calidad académica, ética e innovación.
  • Se han alcanzado logros significativos en calidad académica y vinculación con la sociedad, manteniendo valores como exigencia académica y atención personalizada.

Fechas Clave del Cuatrimestre

  • El inicio del cuatrimestre será el 24 de enero; profesores con clases los sábados comenzarán ese día, mientras que otros inician la semana siguiente.
  • El cuatrimestre finalizará el 25 de abril, con una ampliación programada del 27 al 29 de abril para estudiantes que obtuvieron al menos un 60.

Proceso de Ampliación

  • Los estudiantes con nota mínima de 60 pueden realizar una prueba de ampliación tras pagar una tarifa establecida.
  • Las pruebas serán personalizadas según las debilidades observadas por cada profesor en sus alumnos.

Envío de Actas

  • Las actas deben enviarse entre el 27 de abril y el 2 de mayo; es crucial corregir errores rápidamente debido a plazos administrativos relacionados con becas.
  • Yodivet (San Vito) y Catherine (Buenos Aires) son responsables de comunicar cualquier error en las actas.

Guidelines for Class Management and Student Engagement

Importance of Official Templates

  • The speaker emphasizes the necessity of using official templates for submitting student records, highlighting that each student's details, such as their career path, must be accurately included.

Communication Protocols

  • It is crucial to communicate any delays in class start times immediately to the academic director or the speaker if necessary. Punctuality is stressed to maintain the university's reputation.

Flexibility and Understanding

  • The speaker expresses understanding towards special circumstances affecting class schedules but insists on maintaining open communication regarding these issues. Flexibility is offered when needed.

Engaging Students in Virtual Classes

  • To combat distractions during virtual classes, instructors are encouraged to make lessons interactive by asking questions and engaging students actively. This approach helps maintain attention and participation.

Assessment Requirements

  • Each course should include a minimum of two exams over the semester. Instructors have discretion over grading percentages for projects, exams, essays, and classwork based on course specifics.

Confidentiality in Grading

  • At the end of each course, grades must be communicated individually to students without revealing their scores publicly among peers. Options include sending grades privately via email or messaging apps.

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Guidelines for Assigning Tasks and Managing Student Performance

Importance of Timely Feedback

  • Instructors must send grades and feedback on assignments promptly to help students identify weaknesses and improve.
  • Delayed feedback, such as providing results a week before the course ends, hinders students' ability to understand their performance throughout the semester.

Structuring Assignment Deadlines

  • Teachers should establish clear timelines for assignment submissions and grading to allow students to track their progress effectively.
  • Course programs can be modified by up to 20% according to CONESUP regulations, allowing instructors some flexibility in content delivery.

Content Updates and Approvals

  • While updates are necessary due to outdated materials approved years ago, changes require slow approval processes from CONESUP.
  • Instructors are encouraged to adapt course content based on current relevance without altering the official syllabus significantly.

Grading Policies

  • The minimum passing grade at the university is 70; even if a student scores higher in an extension exam, their final grade will not exceed this threshold.
  • Final grades must be rounded without decimals; this has led to issues where many reports have been returned for correction.

Attendance Regulations

  • Students lose the right to continue in a course after four justified absences; only four justifications are allowed.
  • Three unjustified absences result in immediate loss of course rights, emphasizing the importance of attendance for adequate learning.

Class Delivery Format

  • All classes must be conducted live; recorded or asynchronous classes are not permitted as they hinder real-time interaction between students and instructors.

Monitoring Student Engagement

  • Instructors submit daily reports on class attendance and engagement levels post-class, which helps track student participation and reduce dropout rates.
  • This reporting system has successfully decreased dropout rates by 30%, allowing timely intervention for absent students.

Addressing Student Needs

  • Prompt follow-up with absent students reveals underlying issues that may affect attendance, fostering a supportive environment that encourages communication about personal challenges.

Strategies to Mitigate Student Dropout Rates

Importance of Clear Communication and Reporting

  • The speaker emphasizes the effectiveness of strategies implemented to reduce student dropout rates, noting a significant turnaround since 2022.
  • Reports on class performance and connectivity issues are to be sent at the end of each course, ensuring consistent communication among faculty.
  • Faculty should allocate specific days for addressing student inquiries via email or WhatsApp, highlighting the need for boundaries in communication.

Setting Boundaries with Students

  • It is crucial for professors to establish clear rules regarding communication times to prevent burnout and maintain work-life balance.
  • Professors must communicate their availability upfront; students are expected to respect these guidelines to foster a healthy educational environment.

Professional Services and Administrative Processes

  • Payment dates for professional services are specified (April 27 - May 5), along with the necessity of issuing electronic invoices.
  • Clarification on invoicing procedures is provided, indicating that assistance may be available from registered colleagues if needed.

Motivation and Recognition of Faculty

  • The speaker encourages faculty motivation by implementing new initiatives each semester aimed at enhancing teaching quality.
  • Acknowledgment of outstanding professors serves as a motivational tool, fostering a competitive yet supportive atmosphere among educators.

Monitoring Academic Standards

  • Internal evaluations by academic directors will occur periodically to assess teaching effectiveness and student engagement during classes.
  • Regular reporting from professors is essential; it has proven effective in reducing dropout rates through enhanced accountability.

Community Building Activities

  • Plans for increased interaction between students and faculty through events are discussed, aiming to strengthen community ties within the university setting.
  • Celebratory events like graduations serve as emotional milestones that reinforce connections between educators and students.

Consultation Session for Professors

Opening the Floor for Questions

  • The session begins with an invitation for professors to ask questions or share strategies they have discovered while teaching at the university. This is aimed at fostering collaboration and support among colleagues.

Clarification on Holidays and Class Schedules

  • Cleiman raises a question regarding the holiday on April 11, which falls on a Saturday, asking how to address student inquiries about classes on that day.
  • Nilson responds that a list of holidays affecting class schedules will be sent out next week, emphasizing the importance of this information for program adjustments.

Exam Scheduling Flexibility

  • A query is made about whether professors can choose their own dates for two exams during the semester. Nilson confirms that professors have the autonomy to select these dates based on their course content delivery. Most typically schedule one exam mid-semester and another at the end.

Addressing Easter Week Holidays

  • Silvia Vargas Madrigal inquires about holidays during Holy Week, specifically if those dates will also be included in the upcoming list from Nilson. He confirms that they will provide details about non-class days during this period, usually Friday and Saturday of Holy Week.

Importance of Communication Platforms

  • Jonathan Rodríguez asks about using platforms to contact students and form WhatsApp groups for better communication. Nilson explains that lists of students are provided before classes start so professors can create these groups effectively, highlighting Microsoft Teams as their primary virtual classroom tool.

Creating Effective Student Groups

  • It is emphasized that creating WhatsApp groups is essential because it allows quick dissemination of important announcements from the university to students through their respective professors' channels. This method ensures timely communication throughout the semester.

Initial Course Setup Recommendations

  • New instructors are advised to send links to online classes via WhatsApp during initial weeks until students become familiar with accessing Teams independently, facilitating smoother transitions into digital learning environments.

Course Preparation and Program Updates

Course Tools and Preparation

  • The speaker expresses discomfort using Teams as a work tool, indicating a need for preparation time before starting the course on Monday.
  • There is mention of a program that has not been modified by 20%, highlighting the importance of assistance in navigating this issue.

Communication and Coordination

  • Assurance is given that colleagues from Buenos Aires will contact the speaker to review content, alleviating concerns about readiness.
  • Clarification on class start dates: classes begin on April 26 for most, while San Vito starts later due to student enrollment logistics.

Student Enrollment Challenges

  • Acknowledgment of difficulties with last-minute student enrollments, where 60% register just days before classes start.
  • Emphasis on accommodating students as clients, ensuring they receive necessary attention during their registration process.

Webinar Plans and Educational Strategies

Upcoming Training Sessions

  • Discussion about an upcoming webinar focused on APA 7 training instead of traditional webinars; aimed at improving student education levels.
  • The necessity for better understanding of APA guidelines among students is highlighted to enhance their academic performance.

Implementation Details

  • Notification will be provided throughout the semester regarding scheduling for the APA training session to help faculty plan accordingly.

Meeting Summary and Future Goals

Importance of Clarity in Meetings

  • Recognition that meetings can be lengthy but are essential for clarity among both new and experienced faculty members.

Institutional Objectives

  • The university aims to continue growing and providing opportunities for new educators while maintaining high service standards for students.

Opportunities for Students in Poverty

Providing Access to Education

  • The speaker emphasizes the importance of offering opportunities to students from various levels of poverty, including basic and extreme poverty, who lack the financial means to pursue a university education.
  • There is a focus on helping individuals who aspire to become professionals but cannot afford tuition fees without scholarships, highlighting their desire for personal and professional growth.

Equality and Inclusivity

  • The speaker advocates for treating all students equally, regardless of their background or preferences, emphasizing that everyone is equal in the eyes of God.
  • Acknowledgment is made that some students may struggle more than others academically; however, this should not deter efforts to support them equally.

Impact on Lives

  • The speaker shares a personal reflection on the joy derived from witnessing former students who sought opportunities three years ago now successfully working in banks and public institutions after completing their degrees.