technology education
The educational branch that aims at providing students with the relevant knowledge skills about technology and its uses and applications.
digital
ICT trainers conduct training-needs analysis and design programs to train students in the use of software packages and information systems accordingly. They produce and update existing training materials (content and method), deliver effective training in classroom, online or informally, monitor, evaluate and report effectiveness of training. They maintain and update expertise on specialised ICT subjects and evaluate and report on students' performance.
Competences and skills
46 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
3 competencesdigital systems
Systems to store, process and spread information in digital form. They are hardware, software and networks, as well as the ways in which these can be employed.
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pedagogy
The discipline that concerns the theory and practice of education including the various instructional methods for educating individuals or groups.
training subject expertise
The topic, content and methods of the training, acquired by doing research and following training courses.
Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencescreate SCORM packages
Develop educational packages for e-learning platforms using the Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM) standard.
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keep up-to-date with training subjects
Gather the latest information on the subjects of the training process in order to be updated with the required know-how.
set up cybersecurity training programmes
Design, develop and deliver educational activities (such as lectures and cyber ranges) to cover needs and/or raise awareness on cybersecurity.
digital
Cross-sector
7 competencesapply teaching strategies
Employ various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct students, such as communicating content in terms they can understand, organising talking points for clarity, and repeating arguments when necessary. Use a wide range of teaching devices and methodologies appropriate to the class content, the learners' level, goals, and priorities.
- Scope note
- This includes the use of teaching devices such as diagrams and other visual aids.
create training materials
Develop and compile training items and resources according to didactical methods and training needs and using specific types of media.
design web-based courses
Create web-based training and instruction courses using dynamic and static online tools to deliver learning outcomes to the audience of the course. Web tools used here can include streaming video and audio, live internet broadcasts, information portals, chatrooms and bulletin boards.
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develop digital educational materials
Create resources and instructional materials (e-learning, educational video and audio material, educational prezi) using digital technologies to transfer insight and awareness in order to improve learners’ expertise.
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evaluate training
Assess the realisation of the training's learning outcomes and goals, the quality of teaching, and give transparent feedback to the trainers and trainees.
give live presentation
Deliver a speech or talk in which a new product, service, idea, or piece of work is demonstrated and explained to an audience.
organise training
Make the necessary preparations to conduct a training session. Provide equipment, supplies and exercise materials. Ensure the training runs smoothly.
Optional knowledge 21 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
18 competencesAbsorb (learning management systems)
The learning system Absorb is an e-learning platform for creating, administrating and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs for secondary school students.
digital
Brightspace (learning management systems)
The computer program Brightspace is a e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs. It is developed by the software company D2L Corporation.
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Canvas (learning management systems)
The Canvas network is an e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs.
digital
e-learning
The strategies and didactical methods of learning in which the main elements include the use of ICT technologies.
digital
e-learning software infrastructure
The infrastructure properties and specifications required to set up the e-learning environment which provides learning experiences to the audience.
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- Scope note
- E-learning environments include software, web platforms and social media.
Edmodo
The education network Edmodo is an e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning training and connecting teachers, students and parents.
digital
Engrade
The computer program Engrade is a e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs.
digital
Grovo
The learning management system Grovo is an e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs.
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instructional design models
The guidelines or strategies for designing and developing instructions to ensure learners achieve the intended learning outcomes.
LAMS
The computer program LAMS is a e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs. It is developed by the LAMS Foundation.
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learning technologies
The technologies and channels, including digital, to enhance learning.
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Litmos
The computer program Litmos is a e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs. It is developed by the software company CallidusCloud.
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Moodle
The computer program Moodle is a e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs.
digital
online moderation techniques
The strategies and methods used to interact online and moderate online users and groups.
digital
Sakai
The computer program Sakai is a e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs. It is developed by the software company Apereo.
digital
Schoology
The computer program Schoology is a e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs.
digital
Taleo
The computer program Taleo is a e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs.
digital
WizIQ
The computer program WizIQ is a e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs.
digital
Cross-sector
3 competencescognitive psychology
The human mental processes such as attention, memory, language use, perception, problem solving, creativity and thinking.
emergent technologies
The recent trends, developments and innovations in modern technologies such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence and robotics.
digital
learning management systems
The e-learning platform for creating, administrating, arranging, reporting and delivering e-learning education courses or training programs.
digital
Optional skills and competences 11 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceidentify ICT user needs
Determine the needs and requirements of ICT users of a specific system by applying analytical methods, such as target group analysis.
digital
Cross-sector
10 competencesassess employees' capability levels
Evaluate the capabilities of employees by creating criteria and systematic testing methods for measuring expertise of individuals within an organisation.
assess students
Evaluate the students' (academic) progress, achievements, course knowledge and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations. Diagnose their needs and track their progress, strengths, and weaknesses. Formulate a summative statement of the goals the student achieved.
- Scope note
- The skill applies to all educational levels such as primary, secondary, post-secondary and tertiary education.
coach clients
Actively help clients to improve their strengths and confidence. Propose courses and workshops or coach them yourself.
deliver online training
Provide training by using online technologies, adapting the learning materials, using e-learning methods, supporting the trainees and communicating online. Instruct virtual classrooms.
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develop a coaching style
Develop a style for coaching individuals or groups that ensures all participants are at ease, and are able to acquire the necessary skills and competences provided in the coaching in a positive and productive manner.
develop learning curriculum
Develop and plan the learning goals and outcomes for education institutions, as well as the required teaching methods and potential education resources. Organise content, form, methods and technologies for delivery of study experiences.
identify training needs
Analyse the training problems and identify the training requirements of an organisation or individuals, so as to provide them with instruction tailored to their prior mastery, profile, means and problem.
perform ICT troubleshooting
Identify problems with servers, desktops, printers, networks, and remote access, and perform actions which solve the problems.
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use different communication channels
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
use presentation software
Use software tools to create digital presentations which combine various elements, such as graphs, images, text and other multimedia.
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