This pilot study seeks to answer the following question: How does the ongoing security crisis in Ecuador shape public support for democracy and approval of the incumbent government? Using a panel design with monthly surveys of 84 university students between June and November, perceptions of the armed forces, police, political parties, parliament, and ideological self-placement were assessed. The analysis shows that trust in the armed forces and the police significantly increases the probability of approving of the government, although only trust in the police is positively associated with the approval of democracy. For political institutions, only trust in parliament had a significant impact on both the dependent variables. Trust in political parties was not statistically significant. These findings suggest that, in crisis contexts, security institutions reinforce the legitimacy of the executive, while the legislative branch can become a key agent of democratic stability. Constant monitoring of institutional confidence is recommended, considering the risk of autocratization in presidential regimes in scenarios of prolonged conflict.

The intensive use of social media has transformed the processes of accessing, consuming, and circulating information, positioning adolescents as one of the groups most exposed to digital misinformation. Despite their high connectivity, numerous studies show limitations in their ability to critically evaluate the content they consume and share in digital environments. In this context, this article aims to analyze, through a systematic review of the scientific literature, the role of educational institutions in the media literacy of adolescents in the face of the impact of misinformation on social media. The research was conducted following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, and the protocol was registered in PROSPERO. An exhaustive search was conducted in the Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed databases, considering studies published between 2019 and 2025 in English and Spanish. Following the selection process, 46 studies were included in the qualitative synthesis and 18 in the meta-analysis. Methodological quality was assessed using the PEDro and AMSTAR 2 scales. The results show that educational interventions in media literacy generate significant improvements in adolescents’ ability to identify misinformation and reduce their intention to share misleading content, especially those based on skimming, source verification, and cognitive inoculation. It is concluded that media literacy, integrated in a cross-cutting and sustained manner into the school curriculum, is a key strategy for mitigating the impact of misinformation and strengthening critical thinking in adolescents.

A pesar del reconocimiento por parte del Estado mexicano de los beneficios del deporte y los logros alcanzados, se observa una falta de promoción e inversión adecuada para garantizar un futuro sostenible para los jóvenes deportistas. Este estudio como objetivo evaluó el presupuesto asignado al Ministerio del Deporte de Ecuador, considerando su rol dentro del Estado y su participación en la distribución del Presupuesto General de Estado, con el fin de analizar la cantidad de recursos recibidos en los períodos pre y postpandemia y su relación con indicadores económicos como inversión extranjera directa, precio del barril de petróleo, impuestos, formación bruta de capital fijo, deuda pública y oferta monetaria. La metodología aplicada fue un modelo de regresión lineal, utilizando el software R para analizar grandes volúmenes de datos. Los resultados indican que las asignaciones presupuestarias están condicionadas por la presencia de indicadores económicos, lo que puede limitar la capacidad operativa del Ministerio. Conclusiones preliminares sugieren que la asignación de recursos está influenciada principalmente por impuestos y deuda pública, lo cual implica una dependencia significativa de factores económicos externos. Se resalta la necesidad de una planificación financiera más robusta para asegurar financiamiento continuo en el sector deportivo, especialmente ante fluctuaciones económicas.

El proyecto explora cómo las narrativas transmedia (NT) pueden activar lecturas críticas de la realidad en estudiantes universitarios dentro de contextos posdigitales. A través de talleres colaborativos realizados en el Sistema Integrado de Medios (SIM) de la Universidad Estatal de Milagro (UNEMI), Ecuador, se analizó la transferencia de vivencias individuales a experiencias colectivas de aprendizaje mediante la creación, discusión y distribución de productos culturales, utilizando seis categorías clave: identidad, expansión, profundidad, construcción de mundos, subjetividad y realización técnica. Los ejes vincularon teoría y práctica, afectividad y saberes dentro de un modelo de relaciones rupturista. En este sentido, las NT actuaron como herramientas modulares para expresar tensiones estructurales, resignificar procesos y construir comunidad. A pesar de ciertas limitaciones, como la falta de contraste con otros espacios o el acceso limitado a los recursos, nuestro estudio piloto demuestra que es posible fomentar alfabetizaciones críticas ancladas en la cotidianidad de los jóvenes. Esta propuesta pedagógica abre una vía de sentido compartido, donde la reflexión, el diálogo y la participación se unen para narrar, repensar y reconfigurar el mundo, desde la perspectiva de los educandos.

This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of higher education opportunities for incarcerated individuals, emphasizing their role in rehabilitation and reintegration. Using the Scopus database, it identifies key authors, institutions, and regions contributing to this field. The analysis shows a peak in scholarly output in 2018, followed by a decline in publications and citations, suggesting either a shift in research focus or topic saturation. The United States and Portugal lead in research contributions, indicating a need for broader geographic representation. Key findings highlight the benefits of educational programs in reducing recidivism and enhancing social reintegration. Nonetheless, notable obstacles include insufficient technology infrastructure and educational materials in correctional facilities. The study emphasizes how critical it is to enhance these circumstances and offer all-encompassing support services to meet the social and emotional requirements of prisoners. It also emphasizes how international relationships can enhance scholarly discourse and advocates for more diversity in these alliances to encompass a bigger spectrum of viewpoints. According to the study, initiatives that increase jailed people's access to higher education can greatly increase their chances of successfully reintegrating into society.

This article addressed the interrelationship between institutionalism, the financial situation and economic growth in Ecuador, with the aim of offering an analysis that would contribute to the formulation of policies for the country's sustainable development. It began with a theoretical review supported by authors such as Douglas North, and Acemoglu and Robinson, who highlighted the essential role of institutions in economic progress. The research focused on three main variables: the Democracy Index, as an indicator of institutional quality; Total Debt, as a reflection of financial health; and GDP Growth, as a measure of economic development. These variables were key to understanding the factors that promoted or constrained the country's growth. Specific objectives were formulated to analyse each of these dimensions. First, the effect of institutionality was assessed through the Democracy Index, identifying areas for improvement. Then, the incidence of Total Debt on growth was studied, considering its impact in the short and long term. Finally, the study sought not only to understand these dynamics, but also to generate policy recommendations. Through a comprehensive approach, the study sought to provide useful findings that would contribute to the design of strategies aimed at promoting more sustainable and equitable economic development in the Ecuadorian context.