ICT SKILLING FOR SCHOOLS - Northern Uganda

19 May 2025, 08:00 → 23 May 2025, 17:00 Africa/Kampala

Conference (Gulu High School)

Monday 19 May

08:00 → 09:00 Arrival

Convener: Mr Kaboggoza Rajjab (RENU)

09:00 → 11:00 Presentations from Stakeholders

Opening Prayer.
Introductions.
Opening remarks from the hosting institution - Gulu High School.
Opening remarks from the RENU CEO.

Convener: Joel Omiat (RENU)

RENU Executive Department - ICT SKILLING WORKSHOP PRESENTATION.pdf

11:00 → 12:00 Group Photo & Tea Session

12:00 → 13:00 Q & A Session

This session will provide teachers with an opportunity to raise comments about the presentation from the RENU CEO and also queries about the RENU services.

It will encourage open discussion and capture participants' expectations from the workshop.

Convener: Kaboggoza Rajjab (RENU)

13:00 → 14:00 Lunch Break

14:00 → 16:00 Importance of ICT in Education

This session will highlight the critical role of ICT in enhancing teaching, learning, and school administration.

It will provide teachers with insights into how technology can improve classroom engagement, support digital literacy, and prepare students for a tech-driven future.

The discussion will also emphasize the need for reliable infrastructure to fully harness the benefits of ICT in education.

Convener: Kaboggoza Rajjab (RENU)

IMPORTANCE OF ICT IN EDUCATION - GULU HIGH SCHOOL.pdf

16:00 → 17:00 Evening Tea: Session

This session provides a relaxed environment for participants to interact, reflect on the day's discussions, and network with fellow teachers and facilitators.

It offers an opportunity to exchange ideas, build connections, and strengthen collaboration in support of ICT integration in schools.

Convener: Joel Omiat (RENU)

Tuesday 20 May

08:40 → 09:00 Quiz from the previous session: Quiz session

This session will involve a short quiz designed to assess participants' understanding of what an NREN is.

Convener: Mr Kaboggoza Rajjab (RENU)

09:00 → 11:00 Introduction to Local Area Network (LAN) and how the Internet works.

This session will provide participants with a foundational understanding of Local Area Networks (LANs), including their components, setup, and role in school environments.

It will also cover how the Internet works from data transmission, IP addressing, to how devices connect to the global network offering practical insights to help schools better manage and utilize their connectivity.

Convener: Mr Arthur Tumwesigye (RENU)

ICT_Skilling_for_Schools-_LANs -Northern Region.pdf

11:00 → 12:00 Tea Break

12:00 → 13:00 Q & A Session with ICT Teachers ( Network Admins)

In this session, teachers will have the opportunity to ask questions, seek clarifications, and engage in open discussions related to the topics covered during the workshop.

It will serve as a platform to address any challenges, share experiences, and deepen their understanding of networking concepts and practical applications.

Convener: Mr Arthur Tumwesigye (RENU)

13:00 → 14:00 Lunch Break

14:00 → 16:00 Introduction to Local Area Network (LAN) and how the Internet works: Practical LABs.

This session introduces participants to the fundamentals of LAN setup and provides a practical understanding of how devices communicate within a network and access the Internet.

Conveners: Mr Arthur Tumwesigye (RENU), Walid Kyazze (RENU)

Introduction to LANs Lab Guide - North.pdf

16:00 → 17:00 Evening Tea

Wednesday 21 May

08:00 → 09:00 Quiz session: From day 2

This session will involve a short quiz designed to assess participants' understanding of the key concepts covered under the LAN session.

It will help reinforce learning, identify areas that may need further clarification, and encourage active participation.

Convener: Kaboggoza Rajjab (RENU)

09:00 → 10:00 Introduction to cybersecurity

In this session, participants will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, focusing on the importance of protecting digital information and systems.

The session will cover basic cybersecurity principles, common threats (such as malware, phishing, and social engineering), and essential best practices for staying safe online.

Participants will also learn about password security, safe browsing habits, and how to recognize and respond to potential cyberattacks, both in personal and institutional settings.

Convener: Samuel Wekobosya (RENU)

Schools Workshop - Cybersecurity - Northern.pdf

10:00 → 11:00 Tea Break

11:00 → 13:00 Introduction to systems (Operating systems, emails, Zoom, Moodle, and BBB)

In this session, participants will be introduced to essential digital systems commonly used in educational and administrative settings.

The session will cover the basics of operating systems, how to effectively use email communication, and an overview of online platforms such as Zoom, Moodle, and BigBlueButton (BBB) for virtual learning and collaboration.

Convener: Mr Samuel Wekobosya (RENU)

Schools Workshop - Systems Services-NORTHERN.pdf

13:00 → 14:00 Lunch Break

14:00 → 16:00 Introduction to systems (Operating systems, emails, Zoom, Moodle, and BBB): Practical LABs.

This hands-on session will provide participants with practical experience in using key digital systems.

It will cover basic navigation and functions of common operating systems.

Convener: Mr Samuel Wekobosya (RENU)

Schools Workshop - Operating Systems Lab.pdf

16:00 → 17:00 Evening Tea: Session.

Convener: Joel Omiat (RENU)

Thursday 22 May

08:00 → 09:00 Quiz from the previous sessions.

This session will involve a short quiz designed to assess participants' understanding of the key concepts covered in the earlier sessions.

It will help reinforce learning, identify areas that may need further clarification, and encourage active participation.

Convener: Kaboggoza Rajjab (RENU)

09:00 → 11:00 Introduction to Wireless Networks.

This session will provide participants with a foundational understanding of wireless networks, including how they work, key components involved, and common wireless setups in school environments. It will also cover best practices for planning, deploying, and managing wireless connectivity to ensure reliable coverage and performance across school facilities.

Convener: Mr Walid Kyazze (RENU)

Schools Workshop Wireless Presentation - Northern Uganda.pdf

11:00 → 12:00 Tea Break

12:00 → 13:00 Introduction to eduroam.

In this session, participants will learn how to configure and connect to eduroam.

The session will guide users through the steps required to set up eduroam on various devices (laptops, smartphones, tablets), troubleshoot common connection issues, and understand the security benefits of using eduroam for seamless internet access across participating institutions.

Convener: Mr Samuel Wekobosya (RENU)

Schools Workshop - eduroam-NORTHERN.pdf

13:00 → 14:00 Lunch Break

14:00 → 16:00 Wireless Networks Setups - Practical LABs

Setting up UniFi controller, connecting to eduroam via different devices

Conveners: Arthur Tumwesigye (RENU), Samuel Wekobosya (RENU), Walid Kyazze

Installing a Unifi Controller on Windows - NORTHERN.pdf

16:00 → 17:00 Social Event

Friday 23 May

08:30 → 08:50 Quiz from the previous session

This session will involve a short quiz designed to assess participants' understanding of what an NREN is.

Convener: Kaboggoza Rajjab (RENU)

08:50 → 10:20 Network monitoring and troubleshooting.

This session introduces participants to essential tools and techniques used in monitoring and diagnosing network performance issues.

It covers the fundamentals of real-time network monitoring, traffic analysis, and fault detection. Emphasis is placed on identifying common network problems, interpreting monitoring data, and applying troubleshooting methodologies to ensure optimal network availability and reliability. Practical demonstrations will guide participants through the use of standard monitoring tools and effective troubleshooting workflows.

Convener: Ms Grace Tayebwa Tumwebaze (RENU)

ICT Skilling for Schools - Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting -.pdf

10:20 → 10:40 Tea Break

Convener: Joel Omiat (RENU)

10:40 → 12:00 Closing remarks and certificates awarding

Awarding Certificates

Convener: Kaboggoza Rajjab (RENU)

12:00 → 13:00 Lunch Break and Departure

Convener: Joel Omiat