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Can You Really Learn a Skill on a Smartphone?
Sipho Mthembu
- 9 January 2024
- Comment 4
Yes, you can. Many of our learners in Khayelitsha finish whole courses on a basic Android phone. The screen is small, but short lessons fit it well.
Use headphones, download lessons on Wi-Fi at the hub and study offline later.
It always seems impossible until it is done. Nelson MandelaSipho Mthembu, our Coding Instructor, taught his first JavaScript class using phones only. Learners wrote real code with a simple app and a lot of patience. Visit us at 19 Walter Sisulu Road to see how it works.
What works well on a phone
Reading, short videos, quizzes and language practice all work nicely. Writing code and designing posters take more effort, but they are still possible with the right free apps and a steady routine.
What to watch out for
Small screens tire the eyes, so take breaks every twenty minutes. Keep your phone charged and save your work often. If your phone is old, ask us which courses run best on it.
Zanele Mahlangu
I really enjoyed this post. Very helpful article! I am sharing it with the other teachers at our school in Khayelitsha today.
Chloe Petersen
Thank you for the kind words! We are glad the post was helpful to you. Your support means a lot to our team.
Priya Naidoo
Very useful post. The tips on planning online lessons are practical and easy to follow. Teachers at our school will definitely try them this term.
Ayanda Qwabe
Good advice for learners and teachers. I like how simple the steps are, especially for people studying on a phone with little data. Well done!