09:00 am – 02:00 pm
This package is recommended for educators who are new to the era of technology.
Subjects & Schedule:
1.1. Overview of hardware components commonly found in educational institutions (e.g., computers, laptops, tablets, interactive whiteboards, projectors).
1.2. Understanding the role of hardware in supporting teaching and learning activities.
1.3. Importance of hardware maintenance and proper usage.
2.1. Introduction to Excel, its features, and what we use it for.
2.2. How to use all of Excel’s basic tools.
2.3. How to create a spreadsheet.
3.1. Introduction to PowerPoint, its features, and what we use it for.
3.2. Presentation software used for creating slideshows for lectures, workshops, and presentations.
3.3. Features include slide layouts, animations, transitions, multimedia insertion, and speaker notes.
11:30 am – Microsoft Outlook [30 minutes]:
4.1. Email and personal information management software used for communication and organization.
4.2. Features include email management, calendar scheduling, task management, and contacts.
4.3. Commonly used for sending/receiving emails, scheduling meetings, managing appointments, and organizing tasks related to teaching and administrative duties.
13:00 pm – Tablets and Mobile Devices in Education [30 minutes]:
6.1. Overview of tablets and mobile devices commonly used in educational settings (e.g., iPads, Android tablets).
6.2. Best practices for integrating tablets into teaching and learning activities.
6.3. Recommended educational apps and resources for tablets.
5.4. Strategies for managing and securing mobile devices in the classroom.
7.1. Overview of artificial intelligence concepts, including machine learning, neural networks, and natural language processing.
7.2. Understanding the role of AI in education and its potential impact on teaching and learning.
7.3. Ethical considerations and societal implications of AI adoption in educational settings.
R750/ per educator