Tahzib Educational and Development Organization Improves Computer Literacy Rates amongst the Youths of Afghanistan
Here is the silver lining to the increasing rate of the unstoppable progress:
The Tahzib Educational and Development Organization (TEDO) has made a renowned step to harness the young generation of Afghanistan by equipping it with the life-acquainting needs of Computer Literacy. Over the course of a month computer course, 30 students of the Sar-e-Pul province were able to acquire necessary knowledge and practical skills related to Microsoft Office, Windows, Photoshop, and usage of Internet.
Computer Course Content:
Microsoft Office Suite: Tools required demonstrate basic knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint, allowing students to prepare various documents, tables and presentations. These skills are crucial for academic and career related activities, which entail ability to arrange and present data in an effective manner.
Windows Operating System: Concerning competencies, participants were able to identify and understand the most commonly used options in the Windows OS, familiarize with the mechanism of file management, operating system properties and basic issues solving. This knowledge helps them to perform and manage the computers and other digitized resources effectively.
Photoshop Basics: In order to improve the general knowledge of the participants, an introductory lesson on Adobe Photoshop was conducted to explain the principles of image editing and graphic design. They not only know how to edit, retouch, and generally work images and create graphics; they know how to unleash their creativity; they got introduced to the world of graphics design and possible future professions.
Internet and Online Safety: It also highlights the use of internet such as web browsing and emails, as well as general search on the internet. Special attention was paid to the information and personal security within the internet context; the students were educated regarding the significance of cyber security and protection of their data.
Impact and Benefits:
The computer course offered by TEDO has equipped these young Afghans with skills that will benefit them in numerous ways:The computer course offered by TEDO has equipped these young Afghans with skills that will benefit them in numerous ways:
Enhanced Employment Prospects: Computer Skills has become compulsory in the workplace in the modern world, due to the advancements in the use of personal computers in the execution of tasks. These new skills are likely to improve their chances of employers so as to facilitate their chances of getting new jobs in new countries and internationally.
Academic Advancement: Through provision of education where the use of technological equipment has been accommodated, these students are able to use the resources that are processed through the technological equipment, both in research and preparation of assignments and presentations leading to better academic performance and higher education.
Digital Connectivity: These youth access internet to compensate for their social exclusion to seek information, keep abreast with current affairs, and interact with the world. It results in the bringing together of these subjects and in removing barriers that may hinder their activities making them feel included and be able to do what they wish.
Personal Growth: In addition to greatly enhancing the professional and academic opportunities, computer literacy helps individuals to develop on a personal level. It fosters innovation, improves critical thinking and helps in building the confidence of an individual. These young individuals can now begin to look for vacant positions, find friends and like-minded people, and chase their dreams with determination.
Conclusion:
A computer course being taught by TEDO is without a doubt one of the essential steps towards creating equip young people of Afghanistan for a better future. With an increased population struggling to gain access to education and technology, particularly in the rural areas of the country, this effort eliminates the digital divide and can provide a chance towards improvement.
Through the first pillar of investing in computer literacy, TEDO is not just providing education but also the tools for change through the development of skills and knowledge that can result to better earnings, promotion, and the ability to actively contribute in the digital society.
It is with great hope and expectations that these 30 students from Sar-e-Pul province move forward as potential change agents ready to transform their lives and the future of Afghanistan as a whole once they achieve their dreams through skills acquired at the Skill Devastation Training Program.