Mirtha Rodriguez: Expert in Education, Research, Project Management, and Information Technologies

Mirtha Rodriguez is a distinguished professional with an impressive background in education, project management, and information technologies. Holding a Doctorate in Education and a degree in Computer Engineering, Mirtha has over two decades of experience in academic administration, research, and technological innovation.

Currently, Mirtha serves as a Project Management Support Specialist at UNOPS and an educator at the Universidad Especializada de Las Américas. In these roles, she provides critical oversight and recommendations for educational and technological projects, emphasizing community outreach and impact. Her work involves meticulous evaluation and implementation of best practices to enhance academic offerings and infrastructure.

Mirtha's career is marked by her leadership in distance education and virtual learning platforms, where she has developed and evaluated numerous educational programs and tools. Her expertise extends to the design and implementation of curricula at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, particularly in the field of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).

One of her notable achievements includes working with the indigenous communities in Arimae - Darién, where she evaluated the transfer of technologies to develop academic offerings tailored to their needs. Additionally, her role in SENACYT (National Secretariat for Science, Technology, and Innovation) involved consulting and researching IT projects, including a significant digital signature project.

Previously, Mirtha has held significant positions at prestigious institutions such as the Universidad Interamericana de Panamá and Indra Panamá. Her contributions have included the development of virtual education platforms, management of certification programs, and implementation of quality assurance systems.

As an academic consultant and educator, Mirtha has influenced the academic landscape in Panama through her work with various universities, offering her expertise in curriculum development, research supervision, and technological integration in education.

Mirtha is a highly sought-after expert in her field. She will be serving as an international juror for innovative student projects at the "Reimagine Education" competition, where her vast experience and enthusiastic approach to education will inspire the next generation of innovators.