PROFILE
The Diocesan Catholic Education Project (PRODIECA) is a Catholic organization composed of three educational centers in the province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica:
Centro Educativo Católico San Ambrosio (1994)
Centro Educativo Católico Eulogio López Obando (2007)
Centro Educativo Católico Vittorino Girardi Stellin (2014)
PRODIECA created its educational communities as a response to the educational crisis arising from challenges in forming meaningful educational relationships. For these relationships to be authentic, they must convey essential values and life principles that support each individual’s growth and maturity, while also contributing to the common good.
PRODIECA works to overcome the disconnect in traditional education by fostering authentic, value-based relationships that support personal growth and collective well-being. It also contributes to faith communities by promoting values aligned with peace, justice and humanity.
CHALLENGE
Classroom instruction was outdated and limited to physical tools like chalkboards and printed worksheets. There was a critical need to modernize the teaching process through digital tools and more engaging methods. One key challenge was the need to diversify classroom practices by incorporating technology into the teaching process.
This included integrating principles of Universal Design for Learning and gamification to enhance educational mediation. This need was one of the main factors that led PRODIECA to initiate the project. Additionally, in subjects such as Mathematics and Physics, there was a specific need to create learning situations that promoted both graphical and algebraic analysis. The project launched at the beginning of the 2024 school year focused on raising awareness about the use of new technological tools. This was followed by hands-on exploration and implementation in subject-specific areas, enabling teachers to integrate these tools into their mediation strategies based on their particular disciplines.
SOLUTION
To support the project’s goal of diversifying classroom activities through the integration of innovative technological tools, the distributor SOINED not only provided the necessary equipment but also delivered comprehensive training to ensure its effective adoption and pedagogical integration. This training played a key role in strengthening both the use and educational application of the technology.
Previously reliant on standard whiteboards, PRODIECA recognized the need for transformation. In response, SOINED, committed to delivering forward-thinking educational solutions, arranged a demonstration. A thorough evaluation followed, leading to the selection of ViewSonic’s IFP52-2ED ViewBoard interactive displays—a solution that not only addresses current classroom needs but also significantly enhances the overall educational experience. The presentation, led by SOINED’s pedagogical and commercial teams, reinforced a shared commitment to innovation. It was followed by well-coordinated logistics for delivery, installation, and personalized teacher training, ensuring the technology was seamlessly implemented and fully utilized. Driven by a vision to transform education, a demonstration was promptly arranged, followed by a thorough evaluation that led to the selection of ViewSonic IFP52-EDLA ViewBoard interactive displays.
This solution not only meets the current needs of the schools but also significantly enhances the overall educational experience. Significantly, this initiative marks the first time PRODIECA has incorporated ViewSonic equipment into its educational model. ViewSonic offers a comprehensive solution that combines cutting-edge technology with pedagogical innovation. Partnering with SOINED has further enhanced the value and effectiveness of the implementation. The installation process was swift and precise, allowing both students and teachers to benefit from the new tools almost immediately. ViewSonic’s technology fostered collaborative learning and enabled interaction with 3D models, human anatomy, geographic data, and even traditional subjects such as mathematics.
RESULT
The installation of this equipment has allowed for greater diversification of classroom activities, enriching the teaching process through the integration of innovative and engaging resources. Encouraged by the positive results, the organization plans to expand the use of this and other ViewSonic solutions in the future. These tools have led to more efficient use of instructional time and have significantly boosted motivation among both students and teachers. This renewed enthusiasm is reflected in improved analytical thinking and other qualitatively assessed skills.
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
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Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.
