Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México

About: Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México is a education organization based out in Mexico City, Mexico. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Politics & Population. The organization has 1098 authors who have published 2532 publications receiving 39083 citations. The organization is also known as: Instituto Tecnologico Autonomo de Mexico & Mexico Autonomous Institute of Technology.

Learning Linear Algebra Using Models and Conceptual Activities

Abstract: In this chapter, an innovative approach, including challenging modeling situations and tasks sequences to introduce linear algebra concepts is presented. The teaching approach is based on Action, Process, Object, Schema (APOS) Theory. The experience includes the use of several modeling situations designed to introduce some of the main linear algebra concepts. Results obtained in several experiences involving different concepts are presented focusing on crucial moments where students develop new strategies, and on success in terms of student’s understanding of linear algebra concepts. Conclusions related to the success of the use of the approach in promoting student’s understanding are discussed.

The 1987 Mexican Disinflation Program: An Exchange Rate-Based Stabilization?

Abstract: We examine whether Mexico`s disinflation experience during 1987-94 fits a widely accepted set of stylized facts of exchange rate-based stabilization (ERBS), and relate it to theories put forward to account for the boom-recession business cycle associated with ERBS. A cursory look at Mexican data shows that the experience fits quite closely the theoretical predictions and the stylized facts of ERBS. However, the paper shows that there were some important differences and peculiarities of the Mexican case that deserve further study, especially regarding the role of the nominal anchor and the nature of the business cycle.