Women Empowerment

ReDI School understands the challenges which women face trying to get access to better education. For that reason, we make sure that we provide the needed support and an environment that facilitates the best learning experience.

About the Program

Location

(Currently online)

Berlin

Teaching Language 

German

Digital literacy classes.

English

Coding and Design classes.

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*Students are required to have a B1 level in either language*

Duration

12 weeks

On Saturdays (from 10:00 to 13:30)

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Spring semester 

(March-June)

Fall semester 

(September-December)

Our Teacher

Our teachers are experienced professionals, volunteering their time on a weekly basis, developing the curriculum for our free classes, and facilitating the sessions.

Fees

FREE

Why Join?

Improve your digital skills.

Establish professional networks.

Discover new ways to integrate.

HOW CAN I APPLY?

ATTEND 1 OPEN DAY

Introduction to a Computer

Description

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''If you have not used a computer before, this course is for you. We design our courses under the assumption that you have no prior knowledge of computers.''

Course content

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• Starting and shutting down the computer

• Using the mouse

• Typing with the keyboard

• Navigating the folders and files system

• Writing short texts

• Browsing the web (Internet)

• Writing an email

• ... and more!

Entry requirements

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• Able to read and write in your native language

• Familiar with the German alphabet

Basic Computer Skills 1

Description

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''If you would like to improve your computer skills while learning some of the most used computer programs, then this is the course for you.''

Course content

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• Saving documents in folders 

• Browsing the web (internet) 

• Emailing 

• Formatting a text with Word

• Creating a presentation with Power Point

• ... and more! 

Entry requirements

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• Familiar with basic computer terminology

• Confident with using a computer: creating files and folders

• Able to browse the web

• Frequent use of an e-mail address

Basic Computer Skills 2

Description

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''If you already master the basics but want to improve and deepen your knowledge of the Office programs, join this course.''

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Course content

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• You will review the topics covered in Basic 1 and will go deeper into Excel

• Learn more about important computer-related topics such as cyber safety

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Entry requirements​

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• Knowledgeable of basic computer terminology

• Able to work pretty fast with a computer (typing and clicking)

• Basic knowledge of Word and Powerpoint 

Coding Fundamentals

Description

''Have you always wanted to learn to code but did not know where to start? We offer you a course where you can use Scratch and Python under the supervision of experienced professionals to learn the basic coding structures and how to think about code in a fun and interactive way.''

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Course content

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Fundamentals of coding, such as coding structures and logic.

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Entry requirements

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• Technical skills: proficient computer user, comfortable with browsing the internet, daily use of an email address, basic mathematical knowledge

• Communication skills: you are open-minded in showing your code and getting feedback about your work

• Interest in programming: you are interested in exploring the field of programming and you have a solution oriented mindset. 

Web Design Fundamentals

Description

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''Are you passionate about Web Design but never had the chance to figure out how it works? Then, this is the course for you.''

Note: This is a mixed-gender course, with a minimum of 60% female participants. 

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Course content

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You will learn the fundamentals of color theory and design. You will develop your creativity and technical skills using Figma. 

Entry requirements

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• Technical skills: proficient computer user, comfortable with browsing the internet, daily use of an email address

• Communication skills: you are open-minded in showing your design work and getting feedback

• Interest in design: you are interested in exploring the field of design

UX/UI Design

Description

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''UX/UI Design course is an advanced course focused on the design practice in websites and apps. You will learn how to create logical and aesthetic User Interfaces (UI) as well as learn why good User Experience (UX) matters a lot while making websites and apps.''

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Note: This is a mixed-gender course, with a minimum of 60% female participants.

Course content

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• Design outcome: you will deliver your design and present it to the client

• Fundamental skills: you will be able to use UI design tools (Figma)

• Knowledge and methods: you will obtain knowledge of the current digital design field in the context of user-centered design

Entry requirements

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• Technical skills: You have already worked as a graphic designer or studied graphic design before

• Communication skills: You are open-minded in showing your design work and getting feedback

• Interest in Design: You are interested in exploring the field of design