All Flashcards
What is the meaning of 'Sistema educativo'?
Education system.
What is the meaning of 'Preescolar'?
Nursery school.
What is the meaning of 'Primaria'?
Primary (or elementary) school.
What is the meaning of 'El matutino'?
Morning session (8 AM - 12 PM).
What is the meaning of 'El vespertino'?
Afternoon session (2 PM - 6 PM).
What is the meaning of 'Secundaria'?
Middle school.
What is the meaning of 'Bachillerato / Preparatoria'?
High school.
What is the meaning of 'Universidad'?
University.
What is the meaning of 'Horario escolar'?
School schedule.
What is the meaning of 'Sistema de calificación'?
Grading system.
What is the meaning of 'Activismo'?
Activism.
What is the meaning of 'Movilización'?
Mobilization.
What is the meaning of 'Pensamiento crítico'?
Critical thinking.
What is the significance of mandatory and free basic education in Mexico?
It aims to provide equal opportunities for all children, regardless of socioeconomic background.
What is the difference between 'Bachillerato' and 'Preparatoria' in Mexico?
'Bachillerato' offers vocational training, while 'Preparatoria' prepares students for university.
How does the Mexican grading system differ from the US system?
Mexico uses a 1-10 scale, where less than 6 is failing, while the US uses an A-F scale, where less than D is failing.
What is the significance of the #YoSoy132 movement in Mexico?
It represents students using education and critical thinking to protest media bias and systemic issues, demonstrating the power of education to fuel social change.
Describe teacher-student relationships in Mexico compared to the USA.
Mexican relationships are more formal with less interaction outside of school, while US relationships are closer due to clubs and activities.
What are the typical undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree names in Mexico?
Licenciatura, Maestría, and Doctorado, respectively.
What is the typical length of the school day in Mexico?
Approximately 4 hours, with options for morning (matutino) or afternoon (vespertino) sessions.
What are the age ranges for primary school in Mexico?
6-12 years old.
What is the main goal of increasing access to education in Latin America?
To boost knowledge and efficiency.
What are the grades in Secundaria?
Séptimo, octavo, noveno.
What are the grades in Bachillerato / Preparatoria?
Décimo, undécimo, duodécimo.
What is the role of religion in addressing global challenges?
It offers a framework of beliefs to address the big questions and daily struggles.
What is the role of philosophical thought in addressing global challenges?
It encourages critical thinking and analysis of our world.
What is the meaning of 'Sistema educativo'?
Education system.
What is the meaning of 'Preescolar'?
Nursery school.
What is the meaning of 'Primaria'?
Primary (or elementary) school.
What is the meaning of 'El matutino'?
Morning session (8 AM - 12 PM).
What is the meaning of 'El vespertino'?
Afternoon session (2 PM - 6 PM).
What is the meaning of 'Secundaria'?
Middle school.
What is the meaning of 'Bachillerato'?
High school, vocational training.
What is the meaning of 'Preparatoria'?
High school, prepares students for university.
What is the meaning of 'Universidad'?
University.
What is the meaning of 'Horario escolar'?
School schedule.
What is the meaning of 'Sistema de calificación'?
Grading system.
What is the meaning of 'Activismo'?
Activism.
What is the meaning of 'Movilización'?
Mobilization.
What is the meaning of 'Pensamiento crítico'?
Critical thinking.