CS Teaching

Mission Statement

To make underprivileged children computer literate, preparing them for today’s modern, technology-driven society.
Teaching underprivileged young children how to use computers, which is a necessity in today’s modern and technologically advanced age.
They are unable to harness the potential of computers due to their socioeconomic status which does not allow them to meet the costs of purchasing them.

Aims & Objectives

This course aims to familiarise students with computers and Microsoft Windows, while learning basic computer, mouse and keyboard skills in a supportive classroom environment.

Target Audience & Composition

Designed for underprivileged children who have little or no understanding of, or experience in using a computer and would like the opportunity to learn with others in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Materials

Course notes, handouts, worksheets, exams will be given during class.

Schedule

Every Sunday 11AM-1PM or 12AM-2PM (2 hours)

Merit

In collaboration with Girikon as CSR, will facilitate a proper certification for the completion of the course/workshop and rewards in the form of laptop to the deserving students.

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you should be able to:
• appropriately start up and shut down your computer
• navigate the operating system and start applications
• perform basic functions of file management
• perform basic functions in a word processor and spreadsheet
• manage print settings and print documents
• receive and send emails
• use a web browser to navigate the Internet.
• understand causes of computer inefficiency and how to optimise
• safety, security and ethics on the internet
• understand how to use computers practically in real life situations to earn profits

Progress

So far, I have successfully taught 6 classes to 6 students.

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