Our computer education program will teach a variety of start-to-finish projects that introduce Information and Communication Technology (ICT) from Input/Output Devices (mouse, keyboard, printer, etc.) to Communication Applications (e-mail, instant message, etc.).
Throughout the computer education program we’ll be posting loads of pictures and stories about how the kids, teachers and business leaders are doing with the new technology on the Operation Tech Start blog
(you’re here already).
Here’s the plan:
1.Assess Computer Class Capacity
Over the first period of operations, we will be visiting schools and vocation training centers where computer classes are taught in Tabora. From these meetings and in-class observations we will determine where we can help. The OTS team has already devised a Computer Literacy Curriculum and an 12-week lesson plan to be customized for the various institutions where we can help.2. Teach Computer Basics
The majority of the 138,000 citizens of Tabora Town have little no experience with computers. Before any serious ICT learning can occur our students, young and old will need to gain a basic understanding of the parts of computer (i.e. mouse, screen, keyboard) and how the machine can be used. Topics to be covered include:
- Basic operations and concepts
- Productivity tools
- Communications tools
- Research tools
- Problem-solving and decision-making tools
2. Test Computer Literacy Program
To track the success of the computer lab we will keep attendance records and conduct periodic tests of ICT capabilities such as identifying computer parts, applied ability to use research and communication tools, and ideas for productivity tasks using computer technology.
