Revista de la mañana. Entrevista a Fernando Aranguren Díaz. Acreditación institucional al proyecto curricular de comunicación – educación

Abstract

The program features an interview with Fernando Aranguren, coordinator of the Master’s program in Communication–Education at the Francisco José de Caldas District University, who discusses the significance of the high-quality accreditation awarded to this curriculum. The professor emphasizes that this recognition reflects the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and teacher training in a context of educational and technological transformation. The program highlights the historical role of the Faculty of Sciences and Education in teacher training and its evolution toward contemporary approaches that integrate communication and education as strategic fields in today’s society. It also mentions academic advancements, such as the strengthening of graduate programs, interdisciplinary research, and the hosting of international events that address the challenges facing educational systems in the face of globalization and the digital revolution. Among the main challenges are the incorporation of information and communication technologies, the strengthening of inter-institutional partnerships, and coordination with the Social Communication and Journalism program. Finally, the importance of innovation, research, and social commitment is emphasized in the training of professionals capable of responding to the country’s educational and social needs.