STU406’s Learning Units 1–5 present mobile-first learning as a student-centred, equity-focused approach for UNISA ODeL students, showing how smartphones, low-data and offline-friendly design, and platforms like Microsoft 365 Copilot, OneNote, OneDrive, Google Workspace, and Google Meet support flexible study, collaborative work, and efficient organisation while building core mobile literacy and data-conscious habits; together with guidance on ethical, legally compliant digital citizenship (including POPIA and responsible AI use), these units aim to equip diverse South African students with the practical digital skills, academic resilience, and professional readiness needed to participate confidently in an increasingly digital higher education and workplace environment.
The four learning units collectively explore the transformative role of mobile-first design and mobile technologies in enhancing digital experiences, particularly in South Africa. Unit 1 emphasizes mobile-first design as a vital strategy for inclusivity and accessibility, especially where mobile internet dominates, supported by responsive frameworks and used across education, banking, and government services. Unit 2 focuses on how mobile devices support Open Distance e-Learning (ODeL) at UNISA, offering flexibility and access while highlighting challenges like data costs and connectivity. Unit 3 introduces the Microsoft 365 Mobile App as a comprehensive productivity tool that integrates essential applications and AI features to streamline academic and administrative tasks. Unit 4 explores the Create function in Microsoft 365 Copilot, showcasing how AI enhances content creation and device management, turning mobile devices into efficient hubs for learning and collaboration.
This masterclass focuses on the use of mobile devices for learning. This intervention will prioritise basic mobile literacy, using mobile devices for online learning with UNISA and using productivity tools and apps such as Microsoft 365. In addition, the intervention will be grounded on individualized m-learning and socialized m-learning.
This course is designed to empower you with the foundational knowledge and skills you need to interact effectively with Generative AI Large Language Models (LLMs). Our primary goal is to help you understand Generative AI and learn the essentials of creating effective prompts, allowing you to engage meaningfully with AI in your learning journey.
We aim to equip you with the skills to harness AI as a tool for educational purposes, focusing on practical applications and responsible considerations in AI use. By the end of this masterclass, you will be able to confidently navigate AI LLM tools, understand their capabilities, and use them to enhance your academic work and daily life.
Join us for an empowering launch and workshop series dedicated to building a community of digitally skilled women!