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This study explores how teaching work has been reshaped in Argentina following the COVID-19 pandemic, with a particular focus on the integration of educational technologies. Drawing on contributions from educators across various provinces and levels of education, the report analyzes the evolving nature of teaching practices, institutional conditions, and technological tools. For those interested in understanding the impact on teachers' wellbeing, Chapter 5.4: Technologies and Working Conditions and Chapter 5.5:Workload, Complexity, and Responsibility in Teaching Work are especially relevant, as they delve into workload, job complexity, and the challenges posed by digital tools in daily teaching routines.

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Publisher: Confederación de Trabajadores de la Educación de la República Argentina
Country: Argentina
Year of publication: 2024

Region: Latin America
Topics: Right to disconnect and technology Working conditions Workload
Available in: Spanish, Castilian
Categories of staff: Teachers
Resource type: Downloadable file

The CTERA National Survey Report titled presents an analysis of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Argentine education workers. Conducted between May and June 2020, the study highlights how teachers adapted to remote work amid school closures, facing significant challenges to maintain educational continuity. It underscores the strain on their health and working conditions, exacerbated by prior neoliberal policies that weakened public education and labor protections.

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Publisher: Confederación de Trabajadores de la Educación de la República Argentina
Country: Argentina
Year of publication: 2020

Region: Latin America
Topics: Mental health Pandemics and epidemics Physical health
Available in: Spanish, Castilian
Categories of staff: Teachers School leaders Union representatives
Resource type: Online ressource

The publication "Salud y Condiciones de Trabajo de las/os Trabajadoras/es de la Educación de la Argentina" by CTERA presents the findings of a national survey on the health and working conditions of education workers in Argentina. It highlights the economic and physical challenges faced by educators, such as low salaries, multiple job roles, and inadequate school infrastructure. The survey emphasizes the need for better working conditions, including regular maintenance of school facilities, access to clean water, and proper heating and cooling systems.

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Publisher: Confederación de Trabajadores de la Educación de la República Argentina
Country: Argentina
Year of publication: 2019

Region: Latin America
Topics: Physical health Working conditions
Available in: Spanish, Castilian
Categories of staff: Teachers Education support personnel School leaders Union representatives
Resource type: Downloadable file

"Salud Laboral en Tiempos de Ajuste" by CTERA explores the challenges faced by education workers in Argentina, particularly in the context of neoliberal policies. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining and advancing labor rights, ensuring safe and healthy working conditions, and promoting collective bargaining. The publication also discusses the impact of economic policies on workers' health and well-being.

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Publisher: Confederación de Trabajadores de la Educación de la República Argentina
Country: Argentina
Year of publication: 2017

Region: Latin America
Topics: Mental health Physical health Working conditions
Available in: Spanish, Castilian
Categories of staff: Teachers Education support personnel School leaders Union representatives
Resource type: Downloadable file

The guide was created by CTERA to empower health and safety delegates in the education sector. It outlines twelve minimum conditions necessary for the proper functioning of school buildings, established through collective bargaining. The guide emphasizes the right of workers to actively participate in ensuring safe and healthy work environments, reinforcing the importance of union involvement in monitoring and advocating for labor protections in schools.

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Publisher: Confederación de Trabajadores de la Educación de la República Argentina
Country: Argentina
Year of publication: 2014

Region: Latin America
Topics: Physical health Safety Working conditions
Available in: Spanish, Castilian
Categories of staff: Teachers Education support personnel School leaders Union representatives
Resource type: Online ressource

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The reconfigurations of teaching work and the use of educational technologies in the post-pandemic

CTERA national survey: "Health and working conditions of teachers in times of health emergency"

Health and working conditions of education workers in Argentina: CTERA national survey

CTERA occupational health magazine: Healthy and safe work

Healthy and safe work: The active participation of workers is a right