Teachers’ Holiday Digital Training Programme – August–September 2026
During the August–September 2026 school holiday in Uganda, the Giebink Technology Center at Township Primary School in Kamuli organised a Teachers’ Holiday Digital Training programme. The programme aimed to strengthen teachers’ digital skills and confidence in using technology for teaching and school administration.
The training attracted more than 80 teachers from different schools in and around Kamuli. Participants gained practical skills in using digital technologies to improve teaching, lesson preparation, assessment and school record management.
Key areas covered
- Preparing and managing digital report cards.
- Creating and delivering lessons using Microsoft PowerPoint presentations.
- Developing digital lesson plans.
- Using the internet for educational research and teaching resources.
- Exploring digital tools that can make teaching more engaging and effective.
- Building confidence in using computers and digital technology in daily work.
Training outcomes
- Improved digital literacy: More than 80 teachers gained practical computer skills they can apply in their schools.
- Better lesson preparation: Teachers are now better equipped to prepare digital lesson plans and organise teaching content.
- More engaging lessons: Participants learned to create PowerPoint presentations that make lessons more visual and interactive.
- Improved assessment and record keeping: Teachers learned to prepare and manage digital report cards, reducing reliance on manual processes.
- Better use of the internet: Participants became more confident in finding educational information and classroom resources online.
- Wider school impact: Trained teachers are expected to share their knowledge with fellow teachers and learners in their schools.
The programme demonstrated that practical digital training can strengthen teachers’ ability to integrate technology into teaching, learning, assessment and school administration.