SPRING 2018
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.
*Students are required to have a B1 level in either language*
Duration
12 weeks
On Saturdays (from 10:00 to 13:30)
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
APPLY ONLINE
ATTEND 1 INTERVIEW
ONBOARDING
START STUDYING!
How we support our Students
We provide laptops, USB-sticks, mouses, and all the needed equipment for the duration of the courses.
We also offer free childcare for the duration of the course (for in-person classes only, depending on space availability).
Our childcare resources are limited, so we give priority to special cases such as children of single mothers.
Our Courses
Digital Literacy
First introduction to using a computer and learn the basics of the computer.
(3 Levels)
Coding Fundamentals
Learn the basics of programming with Python, then you can join more advanced classes in the Career Program.
(1 Level)
Design Classes
Join our Web Design or UXUI classes.
(2 Levels)
Digital Literacy
Introduction to a Computer
Description
''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
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Using the mouse
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Typing with the keyboard
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Navigating the folders and files system
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Writing short texts
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Browsing the web (Internet)
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Writing an email
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... and more!
Entry requirements
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Able to read and write in your native language
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Familiar with the German alphabet
Basic Computer Skills 1
Description
''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
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Browsing the web (internet)
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Emailing
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Formatting a text with Word
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Creating a presentation with Power Point
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... and more!
Entry requirements
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Familiar with basic computer terminology
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Confident with using a computer: creating files and folders
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Able to browse the web
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Frequent use of an e-mail address
Basic Computer Skills 2
Description
''If you already master the basics but want to improve and deepen your knowledge of the Office programs, join this course.''
Course content
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You will review the topics covered in Basic 1 and will go deeper into Excel
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Learn more about important computer-related topics such as cyber safety
Entry requirements
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Knowledgeable of basic computer terminology
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Able to work pretty fast with a computer (typing and clicking)
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Basic knowledge of Word and Powerpoint
Coding Fundamentals
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.''
Course content
Fundamentals of coding, such as coding structures and logic.
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
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Communication skills: you are open-minded in showing your code and getting feedback about your work
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Interest in programming: you are interested in exploring the field of programming and you have a solution oriented mindset.
Human Centered Design
UX/UI Design Basics
Description
''Are you passionate about Digital 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.
Course content
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
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Communication skills: you are open-minded in showing your design work and getting feedback
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Interest in design: you are interested in exploring the field of design
UX/UI Design Intermediate
Description
'' This course is an intermediate course focused on the design practice in 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 apps.''
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
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Fundamental skills: you will be able to use UI design tools (Figma)
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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, studied graphic design before or graduated from the UX/UI Design Basics Course.
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Communication skills: You are open-minded in showing your design work and getting feedback
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Interest in Design: You are interested in exploring the field of design