2 YR ORDINARY DIPLOMA IN IT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Course Duration: 2 Years (4 semesters, including holidays and attachment)
Course Fee: 30,000 Kenyan Shillings per semester (each semester takes 3 months)

Course Overview:

This course aims to prepare students for careers in IT education and training. It covers instructional design, teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and the use of technology in education. Graduates will be equipped to train and educate others in various IT subjects effectively.

Year 1

Semester 1: Foundations of IT Education

• Week 1-2: Introduction to IT Education

• • Overview of IT Education and Training
  • Role of IT Educators
  • Key Terminology and Trends
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 3-6: Instructional Design

• • Principles of Instructional Design
  • Creating Effective Lesson Plans
  • Learning Theories and Models
  • Mini Project

• Week 7-10: Teaching Methodologies

• • Various Teaching Approaches
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Engaging Different Learning Styles
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 11-14: Educational Technology

• • Introduction to EdTech Tools
  • Integrating Technology in the Classroom
  • Evaluating Educational Software
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment

• • Review of Key Concepts
  • Practice Projects
  • Mid-Semester Exam

Semester 2: Curriculum Development and Assessment

• Week 1-4: Curriculum Design

• • Developing IT Curriculum
  • Aligning Curriculum with Educational Standards
  • Incorporating Industry Trends
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 5-8: Assessment Strategies

• • Designing Assessments and Evaluations
  • Formative and Summative Assessment Techniques
  • Using Assessment Data to Improve Teaching
  • Mini Project

• Week 9-12: Online and Blended Learning

• • Basics of Online Learning
  • Designing Blended Learning Programs
  • Effective Use of Learning Management Systems (LMS)
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 13-14: Training Adults in IT

• • Adult Learning Principles
  • Effective Strategies for Adult Learners
  • Creating Engaging Training Programs
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment

• • Review of Key Concepts
  • Practice Projects
  • End-of-Semester Exam

Year 2

Semester 3: Advanced IT Education Techniques

• Week 1-4: Advanced Instructional Technologies

• • Emerging EdTech Trends
  • Advanced Use of LMS
  • Virtual and Augmented Reality in Education
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 5-8: Designing Effective Workshops

• • Workshop Planning and Design
  • Facilitating Interactive Workshops
  • Evaluating Workshop Effectiveness
  • Mini Project

• Week 9-12: IT Training in Corporate Environments

• • Developing Corporate Training Programs
  • Customizing Training for Business Needs
  • Measuring Training ROI
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 13-14: Inclusive Education

• • Strategies for Inclusive IT Education
  • Accommodating Diverse Learning Needs
  • Using Assistive Technologies
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment

• • Review of Key Concepts
  • Practice Projects
  • Mid-Semester Exam

Semester 4: Capstone Project and Industry Applications

• Week 1-4: Capstone Project

• • Project Planning and Design
  • Implementation of IT Education Project
  • Portfolio Development
  • Final Presentation and Evaluation

• Week 5-8: Industry Attachment

• • Attachment in IT Education and Training Roles
  • Applying Educational Skills in Real-World Settings
  • Industry Best Practices
  • Practical Experience

• Week 9-12: Professional Development

• • Career Pathways in IT Education
  • Building a Professional Portfolio
  • Networking and Career Development
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 13-16: Course Review and Final Exam

• • Comprehensive Course Review
  • Practice Projects
  • Final Exam

Attachment

Students will undertake an industry attachment to gain practical experience in IT education and training roles, working with educational institutions or training departments to apply their skills in real-world scenarios.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive an "Ordinary Diploma in IT Education and Training" certificate, recognizing their expertise and skills in effectively educating and training others in the field of IT.