Applied ICT Skills Certification Overview

• The Applied Skills program is designed to help teachers begin to use multi-media and productivity software for content creation, enhancement of classroom instruction and learning activities, and communication. 
• Introductory workshops covering the basics of using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint will make up the bulk of the productivity software training. 
• The use of digital audio, video, and images for student learning and teacher development of learning objects will be the focus of the multi-media training sessions.
• Introductory workshops on the use of the iLife Suite (Macintosh), Cross platform software such as iTunes, Picasa, and Audacity, as well as online tools will be offered. Training on Windows-based tools will also be available where appropriate.
• Teachers who have completed the 6 workshops will be encouraged to take the ICT Applied Skills Self-Assessment Tool in order to apply for certification.