Raising the technological competence of high school science and mathematics teachers of Mexico through delivery of an online program

To live, learn and work successfully in an increasingly complex and information-rich society, teachers should use information and communication technology (ICT) competently. Today's teachers must be prepared to offer their students enriched learning opportunities in ICT. Every teacher's professional repertoire must include the preparation for ICT use, and understanding of how the technologies can support student learning. In this study, the effect of the implementation of an online course in improving the technological skills of math and science teachers from public high schools in the southeast of Mexico was investigated. The results indicate the effectiveness of the training process (DICUTICDS) in the development of competencies and the effects of variables: gender, age, educational background and type of school in developing skills for the use of teachers in ICTS. The implications are discussed within the context of the National Development Plan (2013-2018) for Mexico.