The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is the leading source of development financing for Latin America and the Caribbean. It supports efforts to reduce poverty and inequality, and is strongly committed to achieving measurable results, increased integrity, transparency and accountability. Founded in 1959, the IDB provides loans, grants, technical assistance and does research and training. Its shareholders are 48 member countries, including 26 borrowing member countries. The Bank is headquartered in Washington, DC.
The IDB is committed to sharing knowledge on economic and social development topics by offering highly rated online and face-to-face courses as well as open educational resources. It has also developed a series of Massive Open Online Course (MOOCs), available at BIDX. The list of available courses, some of which are being developed in partnership with leading universities, will continue to grow over time.
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EdX
Discover the secrets to successful development projects with our Risk Management in Development Projects course on edX. This course will equip you with the skills needed to proactively manage potential issues, ensuring your project stays on track and meets its objectives.
EdX
Dive into the world of educational improvement with 'What Works in Education'. This course offers a deep dive into evidence-based education policies that have been proven to boost student achievement. Learn from experts about key strategies, challenges, and successes in implementing these policies across Latin America and beyond.
EdX
Este curso online ofrece estrategias efectivas para enseñar matemáticas y ciencias a niños de manera que estimulen su interés y desarrollo. Aprende prácticas pedagógicas centradas en el estudiante y métodos innovadores para una educación temprana sólida.
EdX
Este curso te guía a través de las estrategias efectivas para abordar el tema del cambio climático en clases de primaria y secundaria. Te brindamos herramientas y actividades interactivas para enseñar sobre la importancia de proteger nuestro entorno de una manera entretenida.
EdX
Neste curso de Gestão de Riscos em Projetos da edX, você aprenderá a estratégias eficazes para identificar, analisar e mitigar riscos antes que eles afetem seu projeto. Aprenda a planejar com antecedência, minimizar impactos negativos e maximizar oportunidades positivas.
EdX
Este curso te introduce a las políticas educativas basadas en evidencia, una estrategia clave para mejorar los sistemas educativos. Explora investigaciones que demuestran qué funciona en la educación y cómo aplicar esos hallazgos para implementar cambios positivos. Con un enfoque en América Latina y el Caribe, este curso te brinda una comprensión profunda de los desafíos y avances actuales en la educación.
EdX
Sumérjase en un curso único que revela cómo la Economía Naranja, integrada por sectores creativos e innovadores, es clave para el progreso económico de América Latina. Aprenda con expertos sobre las sinergias entre actores tan diversos como artistas y tecnólogos.
EdX
Explore the critical issue of road safety in the Caribbean region through this insightful online course. Engage with experts, public managers, and civil society representatives as you delve into the current state, challenges, and actionable strategies for improving road safety across the region. Gain access to a wealth of resources including videos from international specialists, readings, case studies, recommendations, practical activities, and discussion forums.
EdX
Explore the critical role of safe infrastructure in reducing road accidents across the Caribbean region with our comprehensive online course. Learn about road safety audits and inspections (RSAs & RSIs) and how they contribute to a safer travel environment for all users. Gain insights into global best practices, specifically tailored for Latin America and the Caribbean.