Tech 4 Schools Programs V2.0

Certificate in Grade-1 Tech 4 Schools        

Grade-1 Tech 4 Schools Curriculum

FIRST TERM (ACCELERATOR)

• What is a computer?
• Explain the parts of a computer (monitor, keyboard, mouse) and how to use them

SECOND TERM (ACHIEVER)

• Basic parts of a computer (Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, CPU, Printer, etc.)
• Learning how to use a mouse to navigate and select items on the screen

THIRD TERM (CHAMPION)

• basic typing skills and familiarizing them with the layout of a keyboard
• Turning a computer on and off properly

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Certificate in Grade-2 Tech 4 Schools        

Grade-2 Tech 4 Schools Curriculum

FIRST TERM (ACCELERATOR)

• Using a mouse and keyboard
• Basic computer terminology: Introduce students to basic computer terms such as "desktop," "folder," "file," and "application.“

SECOND TERM (ACHIEVER)

• Typing practice (basic letter recognition)
• Practice online safety: It's important to teach children about online safety at an early age. You can talk to them about the importance of keeping their personal information private and not talking to strangers online.

THIRD TERM (CHAMPION)

• Simple software programs: Introduce students to basic software programs such as a Paint, Notepad, and Calculator. Show them how to create and save documents or drawings.
• Explore educational websites and apps: There are many websites and apps designed specifically for children in grade 2 that can help them learn about computers and other subjects. Some examples include Scratch Jr., Kodable, and CodeSpark

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Certificate in Grade-3 Tech 4 Schools        

Grade-3 Tech 4 Schools Curriculum

FIRST TERM (ACCELERATOR)

• What is the internet and safe use of the internet?
• Introduce basic internet skills: teach students how to use a web browser (under adult supervision) to navigate to websites, and how to use search engines to find information online.

SECOND TERM (ACHIEVER)

• Understanding patterns and sequences
• Teach students how to create and save files: show them how to create a new document, save it to a specific location on their computer, and reopen it later.

THIRD TERM (CHAMPION)

• Introduce basic computer literacy: Teach students about the different parts of a computer, such as the monitor, processor, and hard drive.
• Using block-based coding (Scratch Jr, Code.org)

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Certificate in Grade-4 Tech 4 Schools        

Grade-4 Tech 4 Schools Curriculum

FIRST TERM (ACCELERATOR)

• File and folder management
• Computer hardware: Students may learn about the different parts of a computer, including the processor, memory, storage, and input/output devices.
• Teach basic typing skills: Practice typing skills with typing games or programs such as Typing.com or Nitrotype.com.

SECOND TERM (ACHIEVER)

• Basics of search engines (Google, Bing)
• Computer software: Students may learn about different types of software and how they are used, such as operating systems, productivity software, and educational software.
• Online research: Students may learn how to find and use online resources to gather information for school projects and assignments.

THIRD TERM (CHAMPION)

• Input and output devices and understanding storage devices (USB, Hard drive, Cloud storage)
• Creating simple documents: Students may learn how to use a word processing program and Google Docs to create and format documents, such as reports and letters.
• Introduce basic coding concepts: Use tools such as Scratch or Code.org to teach basic coding concepts like loops, conditionals, and variables.

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Certificate in Grade-5 Tech 4 Schools        

Grade-5 Tech 4 Schools Curriculum

FIRST TERM (ACCELERATOR)

• Differences between hardware and software
• Introduce more advanced coding concepts: Use tools such as Scratch or Code.org to teach more advanced coding concepts such as functions and arrays.
• Practice advanced typing skills: Continue to practice typing skills with typing games or programs such as Typing.com or Nitrotype.com, and introduce typing shortcuts and touch-typing techniques.

SECOND TERM (ACHIEVER)

• Introduction to presentation software (PowerPoint, Google Slides)
• Practice spreadsheet skills: Use spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to create and edit spreadsheets, and practice formatting cells, inserting formulas, and creating graphs.
• Email basics (Creating an account, sending emails)

THIRD TERM (CHAMPION)

• Online safety and responsible communication
• Introduce graphic design basics: Use graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop or Canva to teach students how to create and edit images and graphics
• Explore online research and collaboration tools: Encourage students to use online research tools such as databases and library catalogs, and introduce tools for online collaboration such as Google Drive or Microsoft Teams.

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Certificate in Grade-6 Tech 4 Schools        

Grade-6 Tech 4 Schools Curriculum

FIRST TERM (ACCELERATOR)

• What is AI and Introduction to simple robotics (Lego Mindstorms, Bee-Bot)
• Basic computer hardware and software: Students could learn about the different components of a computer, such as the processor, memory, hard drive, and peripherals, as well as the role of different software programs in operating the computer.
• Online safety: Students could learn about online privacy, security, and responsible online behavior, including how to protect their personal information and recognize and avoid online scams and threats.

SECOND TERM (ACHIEVER)

• Identifying cyber threats (scams, phishing)
• Presentations: This could include learning how to create and give presentations using software like Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides. You can learn how to add text, images, and multimedia to your presentations and how to deliver them effectively
• Digital literacy: Students could learn how to use common productivity tools, such as word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software, and how to research and evaluate online sources.

THIRD TERM (CHAMPION)

• How to create creating strong passwords
• Coding: This could include learning the basics of coding using a programming language like Scratch or Python. You can learn how to create simple programs and understand the logic behind coding.
• Multimedia creation: Students could learn how to create and edit digital media, such as video, audio, or graphics, using tools such as video editing software or graphic design software.

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