• Doctorate Degree in Education (Ed.D)

Field: Curriculum and Teaching, Learning Technology Subspecialty

Interest Areas: Distance Learning and Instructional Design

• Business Administration Master's Degree (MBA)

Field: Accounting, with extra credits in Information Systems Management

• Business Administration Bachelor's Degree (BA)

Field: Information Systems Management

PROFESSIONAL AND ACADEMIC CERTIFICATIONS

• Distance Learning Accesibility Certification (Since 2021) University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez

• Project Management Certification (Since 2021) University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras 

• Student Learning Assessment Certification (Since 2021) University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras 

• Online Educator Certification (Since 2020) University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras 

• Data Science Professional Certification - (Since 2019) University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences

• Advanced Creation of virtual courses in Moodle Certification - (Since 2019) University of Puerto Rico at Aguadilla

• Virtual Educator Certification (Since 2018) University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez

• Basic Creation of virtual courses in Moodle Certification (Since 2018) University of Puerto Rico at Aguadilla

• Construction of Virtual Learning Environments Certification (Since 2018) University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras

• Certified Information Technology Educational Specialist (Since 2012) Microsoft / GLC

• New technologies integration for Higher Learning Certificate (Since 2010)  Hispanic Educational Technology Services (HETS)

• Designing of Online Courses Certificate (Since 2010)  University of Puerto Rico at Cayey

• Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) (Since 2009) Microsoft

• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) (Since 2007) Microsoft 

• Use, management and integration of technology into the curriculum and instructional design (Since 2006) University of Puerto Rico at Cayey

• DISTANCE EDUCATION AUXILIARY VICEPRESIDENT - University of Puerto Rico

• DISTANCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS COORDINATOR - University of Puerto Rico

• ACADEMIC COMPUTING COORDINATOR - University of Puerto Rico Cayey 

• HIGHER EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR - University of Puerto Rico Cayey

• TECHNOLOGY SERVICES COORDINATOR  - University of Puerto Rico Cayey

• COMPUTER AND TELECOMMUNICATION SPECIALIST - University of Puerto Rico Cayey

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AUDITOR AND WEBMASTER - University of Puerto Rico Cayey

• TECHNOLOGY COMPONENT COORDINATOR AND TRAINER - University of Puerto Rico Cayey

• DESKSIDE SUPPORT SPECIALIST AND GROUP LEADER - Hewlett Packard (HP) - KEMTAH Group

• Introduction to Education Technology (TEED 3008) - Pedagogy Department / UPR Cayey 

• Introduction to Education Technology Laboratory - Pedagogy Department / UPR Cayey

• Income Tax in Puerto Rico (CONT 4009) - Business Administration Department / UPR Cayey

• Philosophy, theory and problems of financial accounting (CONT 3001) Business Administration Department / UPR Cayey

• Instructional Design and Online Course Planning: Proficient in designing engaging online learning experiences.

• Teaching and Faculty Training: Extensive experience in teaching college courses and providing faculty training.

• Technology Leadership: Established track record in directing technology groups, guaranteeing the seamless integration of tech advancements in the realm of education.

• Data Analysis: Proficient in analyzing and interpreting data to drive executive and instructional decisions and improve outcomes.

• Online Course Design and Support: Proven track record in designing and supporting online courses, achieving notable outcomes.

• Online Teaching Techniques: Expertise in employing effective online teaching techniques for enhanced student engagement.

• Technical Proficiency: Mastery of technical aspects relevant to educational technology and distance learning.

• LMS Administration: Proficient in Moodle and Blackboard, with a history of successful LMS administration and implementation.

• Government Collaboration: Successful collaboration on projects with government agencies and other governmental entities to achieve shared objectives.

• Executive Leadership: Strong leadership skills cultivated in executive environments, including personnel management and strategic direction.

• Policy and Procedure Development: Skilled in creating and implementing institutional policies and procedures to improve efficiency and compliance.

• Distance Learning Accesibility Certification / UPR Mayaguez / CREAD

• Project Management Certification / UPR Rio Piedras / DECEP

• Student Learning Assessment Certification / UPR Rio Piedras / DECEP

• Online Educator Certification / UPR Rio Piedras / DECEP

• Virtual Educator Certification (Since 2018) / UPR Mayaguez / CREAD

• Creation of virtual courses in Moodle Certification (Since 2018) /UPR Aguadilla

• Construction of Virtual Learning Environments Certification (Since 2018) / UPR Rio Piedras  

• Certified Information Technology Educational Specialist (Since 2012) / Microsoft / GLC

• New technologies integration for Higher Learning Certificate (Since 2010) / Hispanic Educational Technology Services (HETS) 

• Designing of Online Courses Certificate (Since 2010) / T5 and Unidad de Apoyo a la Docencia / UPR Cayey 

• Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) (Since 2009) / Microsoft

• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) (Since 2007)  / Microsoft

• Use, management and integration of technology into the curriculum and instructional design (Since 2006) / Escuela Digital project at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey

• Quality Matters Instructional Designers Association Member (Since 2018)

• Microsoft Virtual Academy Founders Member (Since 2017)

• Online Learning Consortium Member (Since 2015)

• EDUCA PR Member (Since 2010) 

• International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Member (Since 2009)

• Internet Society (ISOC) Member (Since 2009)

• Distance Learning Association of Puerto Rico (APAD) Member (2009 - 2015)

• Microsoft IT Community Staff Member (2006 - 2012)

• Sandoval Borges, J. W. (2022). Factores que influyen en que los profesores universitarios subutilicen las herramientas que les proveen los sistemas de gestión de aprendizaje (SGA) 

• Sandoval-Borges, J. W. (2019). Los adolescentes aprenden jugando: La ludificación como estrategia de enseñanza. Revista de Educación de Puerto Rico, 1(2), 1-5.

• Meléndez, J, Torres, Y., Sandoval, J.W., & others. (2016). Teoría y práctica de la educación a distancia en Puerto Rico. La educación a distancia y virtual en Centroamérica y el Caribe, editado por Magdalena Cruz y Claudio Rama, Ediciones UAPA y Virtual Educa, pp. 13-36.

• Challenges of the university and the integration of the greater Caribbean

Forum Universidad 2030 Virtual Educa Gran Caribe 2022: Changes in technologies and the future

Virtual Educa

UNICARIBE, Santo Domingo, República Dominicana

• Moodle as the primary tool to implement the MEL model.

Moodlemoot Mexico 2021

International Attendees

• Teenagers learn by playing: Gamification as a teaching strategy

4th GKA International Conference on Technologies in Education

Tecmilenio University - Cancún, Mexico

International Attendees

• Distance Education Technology Aspects

CREAD Distance Learning Congress

University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez - Mayagüez, Puerto Rico

University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez Faculty

• Multi strategic model for effective online teaching Panel 

2018 Hispanic Educational Technology Services (HETS) Best Practices Showcase

Interamerican University - San Juan, Puerto Rico

International Attendees

• Distance learning in Puerto Rico, theory and practice. 

XVII Virtual Educa International conference

Puerto Rico Convention Center

International Attendees

• Using Moodle to enrich higher learning courses 

Workshop

University of Puerto Rico at Cayey - Cayey, Puerto Rico

University of Puerto Rico at Cayey Faculty

• Designing instructional activities with technology

Teacher Candidates Conference

University of Puerto Rico at Cayey - Cayey, Puerto Rico

UPR Cayey Teacher Candidates

• Technology as a significant learning resource  

CEAA Workshops

Department of Education of of Puerto Rico Schools

Department of Education of of Puerto Rico Teachers

• Web page development for schools   

IACAC Workshops

University of Puerto Rico at Cayey - Cayey, Puerto Rico

Department of Education of Puerto Rico Teachers

• Technology as a learning resource workshop (MECA)    

MECA Workshops

Department of Education of PR Schools

Department of Education of of Puerto Rico Teachers

• Technological resources for the classroom workshop 

HMH Private Schools Conference

Caribe Hilton Hotel - San Juan, Puerto Rico

Private Schools Teachers 

• Creating rubrics with online tools   

HMH Private Schools Conference

Caribe Hilton Hotel - San Juan, Puerto Rico

Private Schools Teachers 

• Creating educational videos with free tools (CADTeC)  

CADTeC Workshops

Department of Education of PR Schools

Department of Education of Puerto Rico Teachers

• Microsoft Office as an educational tool  

Title V Workshops

University of Puerto Rico at Cayey - Cayey, Puerto Rico

University of Puerto Rico at Cayey Faculty

• Digital Accessibility Institutional Commitee - Office of the President / Member (2022-Present)

• Profesional Education Directors Board – Office of the President / Member (2022-2023)

• Distance Learning Directors Board – Office of the President / President (2022-2023)

• CRSSAA Act Institutional Funds Plan Evaluation Committee - Office of the President / Member (2021-2021)

• Distance Learning Institutional Advisory Board – Office of the President / Member (2020 - 2022)

• CARES Act Institutional Funds Plan Evaluation Committee - Office of the President / President (2020- 2021)

• UPR Visibility Implementation Committee - Office of the President / Member (2020- 2021)

• Rules and Procedures, Distance Learning Advisory Board Subcommittee -  Office of the President / Member (2020- 2021)

• Academic Deanship Distance Learning Technology Advisory Committee - Cayey campus / Member (2018-  2019)   

• Distance Learning Institutional Board – Office of the President / Member (2017 - 2020)

• Distance Learning Technology Committee - Office of the CIO / President (2017 - Present)

• Advisory Committee for the Student Services Program for Students with Disabilities - Cayey campus / Member (2016 - 2017)

• Chancellor Technology Advisory Committee - Cayey campus / Member (2014 - 2016)

• Distant Learning Task Force – Office of the President / Member (2014 - 2015)

• Education Department Planning Committee - Cayey campus / Member (2014 - 2015)

• Student Services Program with Disability Advisory Committee - Cayey campus / Member (2014 - 2015)

• Distant Learning Committee - Cayey campus / Member (2012 - 2014)

• Technology Policies Committee – Academic Senate, Cayey campus / President (2013 - 2014)

• Academic Technology Committee – Cayey campus / Member (2012 - 2018)