LEARNING ANALYTICS FOR SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MOA

Authors

  • Yaniuska Jimenez Durán Universidad de Moa, Holguín
  • José Luis Montero O’Farril Universidad de Moa, Holguín
  • Yadira Romero Rodriguez Universidad de Moa, Holguín

Keywords:

sustainability, learning analytics (LA), 3E’s+1 model (Ecology, Economy, Equity + Education), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Abstract

Environmental conservation is a global challenge, maily in regions with strong industrial impact such as the city of Moa, Cuba, where extractive practices significantly deteriorate natural resources. In this context, the University of Moa faces the dual challenge of aligning its institutional management with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while simultaneously training professionals committed to sustainability. However, a gap persists between the faculty’s commitment to principles of equity and the limited awareness of the SDGs, as well as the absence of formal metrics to evaluate sustainable practices. Therefore, this study aims to propose a system of actions and indicators to integrate sustainability into the university management, supported by learning analytics (LA) and the 3E’s+1 model (Ecology, Economy, Equity, and Education) as a theoretical framework. A mixed methodology was applied, including semi-structured interviews, documentary analysis, and systematic literature review for identifying institutional strengths and challenges. The proposal shows that integrating Learning Analytics and the 3E’s+1 model can guide decision-making toward more sustainable university management aligned with the SDGs.

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Published

2025-12-13

How to Cite

Jimenez Durán, Y., Montero O’Farril, J. L., & Romero Rodriguez, Y. (2025). LEARNING ANALYTICS FOR SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MOA. Revista De Innovación Social Y Desarrollo, 10(2), 368–383. Retrieved from https://revista.ismm.edu.cu/index.php/indes/article/view/2873

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