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Aplicación Web descentralizada de cursos de programación con seguridad criptográfica para la academia P2P-Academy
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC). La Mana. Electromecánica, 2026-10-15) Constante Granja, Edison Ronaldo; Solis Vera, Cristian Andrés; Najarro Quintero, Rodolfo
Online programming education continues to face structural challenges: delayed feedback, limited personalization, weak articulation between pedagogical support and academic operations, and growing information-security risks in digital educational platforms. This article describes the design, implementation, and evaluation of a decentralized web application for P2P-Academy, integrating educational management, synchronous sessions, progress tracking, continuous assessment, multichannel payments, universal accessibility, and a cryptographic security layer as a structural component. The research was conducted as an applied case study with a mixed-methods approach, combining technical system analysis, functional and non-functional testing, and an exploratory four-week pilot with 84 students and 12 instructors. The platform was built with Next.js on the frontend and Django REST Framework on the backend, incorporating JWT authentication, real-time communication via Django Channels, TLS 1.3 for data in transit, AES-256 encryption for sensitive data, hash-based certificate verification, role-differentiated dashboards, and modules for courses, sessions, progress, messaging, and payments, with decentralized architectural elements for transactions and certifications. Results show high functional performance: a 99.1 % success rate across 214 end-to-end test cases; video-call latencies of 180–220 ms with a MOS of 4.3/5; a global p95 of 2.1 s under 1,000 concurrent users; a payment success rate of 98.7 %; WCAG 2.1 AA compliance; a SUS score of 86/100; and an NPS of 72. At the educational level, the pilot recorded gains of 14–18 % in retention, 21 % in module completion, and improvements in satisfaction and learning tracking, supported by formative assessment strategies and immediate feedback. The study concludes that P2P-Academy constitutes a technically robust and pedagogically coherent solution whose differential contribution lies in integrating academic workflow, peer-to-peer interaction, cryptographic security, and evidence traceability within a single unified architecture; nonetheless, longitudinal validation and broader testing under large-scale scenarios are required.
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Sistema de gestión operativa basado en web con agente de notificación inteligente en la plantación de banano HG.
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC). La Mana. Electromecánica, 2026-10-12) Masabanda Licoa, Allison Maylin; Valiente Cuchipe, Eva Rocío; Cajas, Jaime Mesias
Introduction: The efficiency of inventory management, agronomic monitoring, and report generation for analysis are decisive factors in creating decision-making models for complex, non-linear contexts. Objectives: This research implements and evaluates the performance of a web-based system for the operational management of Bananera HG, utilizing intelligent notification agents. Methodology: ...based on a mixed-methods approach adopted for the application of a non-experimental, cross-sectional design, integrated with an implementation phase to evaluate the system in an operational environment. A representative sample of 60 active employees from Bananera HG was selected; participants were chosen using probability sampling, ensuring a 95% confidence level. Results: Data analysis revealed critical weaknesses; error indicators showed a 78% impact, with reporting delays reaching up to 25 minutes. The implementation of the operational management system achieved a 45% reduction in operational errors and an 80% optimization in report generation, cutting process flow times down to 5 minutes. Furthermore, the integration of the smart notification agent achieved an 88% positive rating, based on the feedback provided by the staff. Conclusions: The findings confirm that replacing manual, analog processes with an automated system driven by artificial intelligence minimizes data inconsistency and variability while optimizing efficiency parameters in the agricultural sector—as demonstrated at Bananera HG—thereby validating the viability of technological solutions tailored to specific local conditions. General area of study: Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) / Systems Engineering. Specific area of study: Information Systems, Web System Development, and Artificial Intelligence Applied to Operational Management. Type of study: Original articles.
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Implementación de un entorno virtual de prendizaje basado en Moodle y Cloud Computing, alineado a las fases pedagógicas del modelo del sistema de educación intercultural bilingüe (Moseib) en idioma kichwa-Español, para la gestión de actividades asincrónicas en las figuras profesionales de mecatrónica y electromecánica automotriz de la Uecib San Francisco de Asís, Loreto, Orellana
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC). Ciencias de la Ingeniería y Aplicadas. Sistemas de Información, 2026-10-14) Pardo Pinza, Boris Geancarlos; Chancusig Chisag, Juan Carlos
At the San Francisco de Asís Intercultural Bilingual Community Educational Unit, located in Loreto, Orellana, academic activities in Mechatronics and Automotive Electromechanics were conducted primarily through face-to-face instruction and using tools not designed for educational purposes, which made it difficult to organize content, track assignments, and provide feedback. The objective of this project was to implement a Moodle-based Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), deployed on a cloud computing infrastructure under the Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) model, aligned with the pedagogical phases of the Intercultural Bilingual Education System Model (MOSEIB) and featuring a bilingual Kichwa Spanish interface. The implementation was carried out using the ADDIE instructional design model, whose five phases organized the project into three stages. During the Analysis phase, the technological infrastructure, connectivity, and digital literacy of teachers and students were assessed, and background information on Moodle, cloud computing, and MOSEIB was reviewed. During the Design phase, the technological architecture was established, taking into account criteria for sizing, security, and vendor selection, along with a course template structured according to the four phases of the MOSEIB knowledge system. The Development, Implementation, and Evaluation phases were carried out in an integrated manner due to the iterative nature of the deployment. The platform was installed on a virtual private server using open-source software, and a custom Amazonian Kichwa language pack—identified by the code qvo—was developed, incorporating 73 core strings. Its functionality was verified through technical testing, the System Usability Scale (SUS), and adoption metrics. As a result, a live virtual campus with six operational courses was established, centralizing resources, assignments, quizzes, forums, and asynchronous communication, with access from mobile devices and adaptation to the bilingual intercultural context. Testing with 60 concurrent users recorded an average response time of 1.37 seconds and 0% errors. In addition, restoring a backup allowed for the recovery of courses, users, and grades in less than 15 minutes, while the encrypted connection received an A+ rating from SSL Labs. The usability evaluation, conducted with 38 participants, achieved an average SUS score of 91.12 out of 100, classified as excellent (Grade A), with no significant differences between faculty and students. In terms of adoption, there were 300 submissions out of 500 assigned assignments, 163 quiz attempts, and 996 sessions. Furthermore, 62.5% of instructors and 40% of students voluntarily selected the Kichwa interface. Finally, the self-managed model represented an expenditure of 182.78 USD during the first year, with estimated recurring savings of between 60% and 66% compared to an equivalent commercial alternative. It is concluded that the integration of Moodle and cloud computing using open-source software—guided by the ADDIE model and aligned with MOSEIB—constitutes a technically, pedagogically, and economically sustainable alternative for Intercultural Bilingual Education.
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Calidad del servicio y la satisfacción del cliente en la Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito 15 de Agosto de Pilacoto Ltda
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC). Ciencias Administrativas y Económicas. Carrera Administración de Empresas, 2026-08-17) Chile Almachi, Jennifer Solange; Toapanta Tumbaico, Maycol Sebastian; Parra Travez, Eric David
Currently, financial institutions face numerous challenges due to increasing competition and ever-growing customer demands. They strive to attract new customers and retain existing ones; however, in a highly competitive environment, offering quality financial products is no longer enough to guarantee loyalty. Financial institutions must adapt to their customers' needs and understand the evolution of their habits. This study, conducted at the "15 de Agosto de Pilacoto" cooperative, aimed to determine the relationship between service quality and customer satisfaction. To this end, the opinions of members and customers regarding the attention and services received were collected. A quantitative, applied, and descriptive correlational study was carried out using the SERVQUAL model. The results indicate that when customers perceive high-quality service, greater satisfaction is also observed, leading to better cooperative management and the provision of improved financial services
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Plan de negocio para la producción y comercialización de snacks gelatinosos saludables en la ciudad de Latacunga
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC). Ciencias Administrativas y Económicas. Carrera Administración de Empresas, 2026-08-17) Chicaiza Valverde, Nicole Esthefania; Guanotuña Chusin, Karina Maritza.; Ramírez Jiménez, Santiago Fernando
This study develops a business plan for the production and marketing of NURAi, a gelatinous snack flavored with granadilla and mortiño, conceived as a healthy alternative to the limited supply of snacks for people with sensitive stomachs in the city of Latacunga. The product promotes healthy eating through its fiber content, the use of yacon as a natural sweetener with prebiotic effects, and the incorporation of plant-based gelling agents. The research followed a quantitative approach, with a descriptive and propositive scope, applying a survey to 379 people between 18 and 40 years of age. The results revealed a purchase intention of 83.1%, and, through the Juster model, an unmet demand of 275,384 units per year. The technical study established an installed capacity of 144,000 units and an actual capacity of 100,800 units per year. Finally, with an initial investment of $6,316.65, the financial analysis yielded a Net Present Value (NPV) of $77,825.52, an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 186.97%, a profitability index of 13.32, a benefit-cost ratio of 1.51, and a payback period of 10.8 months, demonstrating the project's viability and profitability