“Windows for Tomorrow” project reinforces the importance of digital empowerment in the engagement of students and teachers
The “Windows for Tomorrow” initiative, which for a year and a half has brought together organizations such as Recode and Petrobras in the digital empowerment of teachers and students from public schools in three Brazilian states, receives new reinforcement to bring technology to the school environment. Microsoft is now part of the project, helping to benefit hundreds of educators and students in the states of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Espírito Santo.
“Technology, if used in an ethical and civil manner, can be a great ally for society. This coalition for digital empowerment will help strengthen the connection with students, stimulating a new generation of agents of transformation, who will be able to multiply knowledge in their neighborhoods and communities”, highlights the founder and CEO of Recode, Rodrigo Baggio.
“Windows for Tomorrow” began its activities in 2021, when 280 public schools received the donation of almost 9,000 computers, strengthening students and employees’ access to the digital world. The project is still in operation and has already impacted hundreds of high school students and teachers at all stages of education with training on digital empowerment.
Throughout 2022, students received support from social educators from Recode in free training trails that covered topics ranging from the basics of the digital world, with fundamental tools for everyday school life and, in the future, when entering the world of work , with training to use solutions such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, to basic concepts about programming logic. Teachers were able to learn more about and learn more about the Recode Methodology, on issues related to integral education, Freirean thought and digital culture.
Training teachers in digital skills
In this new phase, in partnership with Microsoft, the project will focus on training teachers in digital skills, preparing them to interact with students through the concepts of integral education and digital culture. Teachers will be trained in topics related to gamification and experimentation with no/low code (little or no code), based on the creative use of Minecraft.
“With advances in technology in recent years, it is essential that, from an early age, people have the knowledge and resources necessary to deal with new technologies. Whether to facilitate learning or to enter the world of work, young people must be familiar with the online environment to develop digital skills and be prepared for the opportunities of now and the future. We understand that there is no better environment to start this learning than school, however, for this to happen, we need teachers to be prepared to work in the classroom on content that usually attracts students' attention, such as Minecraft and programming. no/low code,” comments Lucia Rodrigues, Philanthropy leader at Microsoft Brazil.
“Technology and innovation are pillars of Petrobras’ operations, which is why we support initiatives such as Windows for Tomorrow, which contribute to education, digital empowerment and the development of teachers and students in the public education network” says Marcela Souza Levigard, Manager of Petrobras Social Programs.
Teachers who have already participated in previous cycles of “Windows for Tomorrow” will be able to participate again in the new stage. The entire program is free and can be accessed through the website https://janelas.recode.org.br/.
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