Curriculum

What's the Mission of TechnoKids Philippines?   

To combine education and technology to provide children with the core computing skills that will best prepare them for the future.      

What's the Vision of TechnoKids Philippines?   

To be the leading pivotal force in transforming the Filipinos into becoming tech-savvy citizens who will make the Philippines an economically progressive and technologically advanced country.      

What is a Technology Project?

A technology project is instructional material that contains detailed lesson plans that teachers can use to integrate technology into curriculum. A technology project includes a teacher guide, student workbook, and customizable resource files. Technology projects can be used to create:

• reports
• presentations
• websites
• stories
• posters
• magazine
• poems
• videos
• articles

What is Project Based Learning?

TechnoKids Computer Curriculum uses a project-based approach to
learning. Instead of students learning technology skills in isolation,
they learn them in the context of completing a project that is
personally meaningful.

Project-based learning allows each child
to select a topic based on their interests. However, everyone in the
class learns the same technology skills. This approach promotes
critical and creative thinking by using the computer as a problem
solving tool.

Why do you think TechnoKids Project Based Learning(PBL) is better than skill based learning?

We adapt the integrated system approach - the best of both worlds. We make the students not only knowledgeable in IT concepts, but also able to accomplish meaningful projects.      

What make your curriculum and TechnoKids students stand out?   

TechnoKids curriculum makes TechnoKids students able to solve real life problems using technology tools combined with holistic and critical thinking disciplines, i.e. students can make business plans, design website, program point-of-sale (POS) software for real stores, make family digital albums, produce animated movies, create advertising commercials, manage bsuiness resources, plan wedding or birthday parties, and more while learning the valuable concepts and theories in IT.       

How do we assure the parents of their children's learning?   

We give letters assuring parents of their children's newly acquired technology and life's skills at the end of the year aside from the accomplished projects that the students can show their parents. *** Parents can also check the activities and grades fo their children through Moodle.      

What are the other curriculum references we can avail besides the textbook?   

We have a collection of IT library references and software textbooks (courseware), activity books, and project books. We also have quick reference guides for students to have quick access to information they require to achieve a particular task in computer.  

What is a Teacher Guide?

A teacher guide is the manual that
contains the instructions needed to complete a project. It is in PDF
format. A teacher guide is divided into sessions.

Each session
introduces a new “big idea” or problem solving task that directly
relates to the theme of the project. The session is then divided into
assignments which are small steps needed to complete the task.

•     material list
•     preparation steps
•     learning objectives
•     detailed lesson plans
•     review questions
•     skill reviews

What is a Student Workbook?

Student
workbooks contain step-by-step instructions about how to use the
computer to complete the assignment. In addition, there are worksheets
with fill-in-the-blank, short answer, and multiple choice questions, as
well as self-evaluation checklists, planning sheets, and information
about program tools and terminology.

Student workbooks are
designed so that students can work independently to complete lesson
activities. The workbook is in PDF format. The use of student workbooks
is optional. more

What Are Resource Files?

Resources are digital files that aid during instruction. They are customizable. Resources include:

•     assessment tools
•     sample files
•     extension activities
•     parent letters
•     flashcards
•     templates
•     Internet favorites
•     certificates

What Software Do I Need?

TechnoKids has technology projects with lesson plans for Microsoft and Adobe applications:

•     Word
•     Excel
•     PowerPoint
•     Access
•     Movie Maker
•     Internet Explorer
•     Publisher
•     Flash
•     Photoshop

What if we already have our own set of computer textbooks?   

There's absolutely no conflict because our program offers project books for your students to learn critical thinking and problem solving skills rather than simply learning computer operating skills. Computer textbooks will merely serve as reference for students to use the computer and you may either use your own or our computer textbooks.      

Are the teachers allowed to teach topics not included in the book?   

Yes, teachers may customize their syllabus should they feel the need for it to our support the project-based learning objective.       

How often is the training of the computer teachers?   

The formal training is held during summer vacation. It includes computer training, workshops, computer teaching strategies, seminars, and group dynamics. However, we encourage teachers to continuously support one another and update their knowledge and skills throughout the year utilizing our online and technology tools like TechnoKids Digest, Online forum, e-tests, and private tutorials.      

What are the roles and functions of teachers advocated by TechnoKids transformative technology learning?

1. Teach students to become knowledgeable - facilitator, motivator, role-model, communicator, collaborator, instructor.
2. continuous self-improvement;
3. Paperwork & proper communication/ reporting      

Do you have projects that develop programming skills of students?   

Yes, we have programming titles, among which is the object-oriented programming software, VB integrating MS Access as database to allow students to be able to design their own POS or point of sale system for any small or medium enterprises.       

What is TechnoDigest and its benefits?   

The TechnoDigest will contain updated news and information about information technology, technology education, and global trends. The web information will be updated real-time while printouts give convenience to certain readers who don't have ready access to internet.      

How  can we access TechnoDigest?   

You can check out our website www.technokdis.ph/digest.      

What is TechnoKids website?   

TechnoKids website - www.technokids.ph is an interactive technology education website where it provides a safe, fun, and effective e-learning tool for school community to manage class activities effectively, network, gain access to technology information, interact with one another, engage in productive learning discussion, and work to achieve learning goals, and much more.      

What is e-learning & online course Management System?   

One of the unseen but inevitable global phenomena or trends is the shift from traditional media to web technology; hence, our curriculum has adapted the technological and educational philosophy advances advocated by extensive research by industry and academic experts.      

What are the benefits of e-Learning & online Course Management Systems?   

Students will be more interested in learning activities. Students will learn better. School will produce better students. Bonus points for PAASCU accreditation. Better reputation for the school. More appealing to parents. More effective results and better productivity for teachers since higher learning and less effort. Faster updating of materials. Access anywhere. Automated assessment/ test checking tool.      

What are the features of TechnoKids e-learning curriculum?   

Moodle online course management system, social networking, e-digest, pc lab management system, project based learning & constructivist technology education, online blogging and forum, IT cup, wisdom training, cd resources, teachers guide, annual update of syllabus, e-tests, presentation.