Duration: 5 Days (ideal for workshops, teacher training, or youth programs)
Format: Interactive sessions + practical tasks + group reflections
Target Audience: Teachers, school leaders, students, youth organizations, community educators
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Understand the core components of digital literacy in a modern African context.
- Build confidence using digital tools for learning and teaching.
- Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate online content.
- Learn strategies for safe and responsible internet use.
- Create a personal or institutional digital development plan.
Day 1: Understanding Digital Literacy in Africa
- What is digital literacy?
- The African digital landscape: challenges and opportunities
- The role of digital skills in modern education and employment
- Mapping the digital needs of local communities
Day 2: Core Digital Skills for Teaching and Learning
- Essential tools: emails, word processing, presentations, cloud storage
- Introduction to EdTech platforms and Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Using smartphones effectively for education
- Overcoming digital access barriers: offline/low-bandwidth tools
Day 3: Navigating the Internet Safely and Responsibly
- Online safety and cybersecurity basics
- Digital citizenship and responsible behavior online
- Protecting privacy and managing personal data
- Combating misinformation and fake news
Day 4: Creativity and Collaboration in the Digital Age
- Using Canva, Google Workspace, and other tools to create learning materials
- Collaborative platforms for group projects and peer learning
- Introduction to digital storytelling and content creation
- Leveraging social media for learning and professional development
Day 5: Digital Transformation in African Education
- Case studies of schools and communities embracing digital change
- Bridging the digital divide: inclusive education strategies
- Participants create a digital action plan for their context
- Presentations, peer feedback, and wrap-up
Course Summary:
As Africa moves toward a digital future, educators and students must be equipped with essential digital literacy skills. This 5-day short course empowers participants with the knowledge and tools to use technology confidently, safely, and creatively in education. The course addresses the specific realities of African classrooms and communities, helping bridge the digital divide and ensuring no learner is left behind.
