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    Moodle is an open-source Learning Management System (LMS) that provides educators with the tools and features to create and manage online courses. It allows educators to organize course materials, create quizzes and assignments, host discussion forums, and track student progress. Moodle is highly flexible and can be customized to meet the specific needs of different institutions and learning environments.

    Moodle supports both synchronous and asynchronous learning environments, enabling educators to host live webinars, video conferences, and chat sessions, as well as providing a variety of tools that support self-paced learning, including videos, interactive quizzes, and discussion forums. The platform also integrates with other tools and systems, such as Google Apps and plagiarism detection software, to provide a seamless learning experience.

    Moodle is widely used in educational institutions, including universities, K-12 schools, and corporate training programs. It is well-suited to online and blended learning environments and distance education programs. Additionally, Moodle's accessibility features make it a popular choice for learners with disabilities, ensuring that courses are inclusive and accessible to all learners.

    The Moodle community is an active group of users, developers, and educators who contribute to the platform's development and improvement. The community provides support, resources, and documentation for users, as well as a forum for sharing ideas and best practices. Moodle releases regular updates and improvements, ensuring that the platform remains up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices.

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This course equips learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely and effectively operate domestic and industrial sewing machines. It covers identification of machine parts, correct threading, bobbin winding, stitch selection, tension adjustment, and routine maintenance. Learners will practice controlling speed, guiding fabric accurately, and producing basic seams and stitches on different fabrics.

Computer Aided Design (CAD) in fashion is the use of computer software to create, modify, and develop clothing designs instead of drawing everything by hand. Designers use CAD to make digital sketches, create patterns, choose colors and fabrics, and visualize garments in 2D or 3D before they are produced. It helps save time, improve accuracy, and makes it easier to edit and share designs during the fashion production process.

This course introduces learners to the basic principles and techniques of pattern drafting used in garment construction. Students learn how to take accurate body measurements and draft basic blocks such as bodice, skirt, sleeve, and trouser patterns. The course develops skills in creating well-fitting patterns, modifying designs, and preparing patterns for cutting and sewing, forming a strong foundation for fashion design and tailoring.

he Fashion Design and Textiles course provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the creative, technical, and practical aspects of the fashion industry. Blending artistic expression with hands-on skills, this course introduces learners to the principles of design, textile science, garment construction, and contemporary fashion practices.

Educational Psychology in TVET is designed to provide trainee teachers and instructors in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs with a deep understanding of how learners think, develop, and acquire skills. The course explores psychological principles, theories of learning, human development, motivation, and individual differences, with a focus on their application in practical, skills-based and competency-based training environments.

Students will examine how cognitive, behavioral, and socio-cultural theories inform teaching strategies in workshops, laboratories, and vocational classrooms. Emphasis is placed on understanding learners in diverse TVET settings, managing learning environments, promoting positive attitudes toward practical work, and supporting trainees with varying abilities and backgrounds.

The course equips future TVET educators with the knowledge and skills to design learner-centered instruction, select appropriate training methods, assess learning effectively, and foster motivation, problem-solving, and employability skills. By the end of the course, students will be able to apply educational psychology principles to enhance performance, retention, and overall learning outcomes in technical and vocational programs.


 
 
 
 

The Essential Skills Unit is designed to equip students with foundational skills necessary for effective practice in social work and related disciplines. This unit focuses on key competencies that enhance the ability to assess, intervene, and advocate for individuals, families, and communities.