Unplugged Kits
Printed pamphlets, picture-led activity cards and tactile games introduce computing concepts without requiring electricity, internet access or a personal device.
Paper-first digital learning · Nigeria
Digital skills should not depend on having a device.
Digital Pathways introduces children to computing, online safety and coding logic through practical paper-based activities, supported by trained local facilitators. The programme is designed for IDP camps, rural schools and out-of-school communities.
Start with paper. Build confidence. Practise when devices are available.
4,000children reached
27communities
1,900girls reached
80%reported completion
The programme
One learning programme, built around two connected pathways.
The programme combines paper-based learning resources with supported practice in settings where shared devices or basic phones are available.
Shared-device learning
Where tablets, basic phones or community learning hubs are available, learners can practise selected skills in groups with facilitator support. Device access is an added opportunity, not an entry requirement.
How it works
Designed for the realities of low-connectivity communities.
The programme keeps its core learning activities available when power, devices or internet access are limited.
Paper first
Children begin with printed materials and activities that explain digital concepts without a screen.
Local facilitation
Trained local facilitators guide sessions and connect activities to the needs of each learning community.
Flexible access
Shared devices and basic-phone activities can extend learning where the necessary tools are available.
Learning pathways
Every child can begin offline. Technology adds practice when available.
Neither pathway depends on every child owning a device. The paper-based pathway remains usable on its own.
Paper-based learning
Designed for settings without reliable devices, power or internet access.
- Printed pamphlets organised by topic
- Large-print activity cards with picture instructions
- Tactile games that demonstrate computing ideas
- Lessons on computers, the internet, online safety and coding logic
Supported digital practice
Builds on the paper foundation in schools and community hubs with access to technology.
- Shared tablets with offline digital content
- SMS and USSD prompts on compatible basic phones
- Community learning hubs where available
- Guided practice with computer use and internet navigation
The learning resources
Six kits. Six practical starting points.
Each kit focuses on a core topic and uses simple activities to help learners understand and practise key ideas.
01
Meet the computer
For learners meeting computers for the first time.
- Parts-of-a-computer pamphlet
- Unplugged matching cards
02
Explore the internet
Introduces what the internet is and how it is used.
- Internet basics pamphlet
- Shared-tablet search activity
03
Stay safe online
Builds awareness before learners go online.
- Online safety rule cards
- Scenario discussion cards
04
Understand coding logic
Introduces step-by-step thinking and sequencing.
- Sequencing cards
- Unplugged coding games
05
Create with technology
Encourages learning through making and expression.
- Story and drawing prompts
- Make-your-own-card activity
06
Discover digital opportunities
Helps older learners explore possible next steps.
- Jobs and opportunities cards
- Local role-model stories
Programme snapshot
What the programme records report.
The figures below are presented as programme-reported results, based on the field records described in the supplied page. They are not presented as an independent evaluation.
Programme field records report reach across 27 communities.
Reported completion figure in the programme materials.
Reported share of completers who demonstrated basic skills in facilitator-observed tasks.
These figures have not been independently verified within the material supplied for this page. Supporting documents and underlying records should be made available before the figures are used in formal external reporting.
Community-led delivery
Learning that can continue beyond a single session.
The programme materials describe a shift towards printed activities after sessions were disrupted by unreliable access to devices and power. They also describe training local facilitators so learning can be delivered by people already connected to each community.
Proposed next phase
A practical 12-month plan.
The following stages reflect the roadmap described in the supplied programme material. They are presented as proposed activities, not completed milestones.
Prepare delivery
Agree partner arrangements, select participating communities, train local facilitators and establish baseline assessment tools.
Deliver and monitor
Run baseline assessments, expand delivery and record participation and progress, including gender and disability data where appropriate.
Assess and report
Complete endline assessments, review results and publish a report to guide the next phase of the programme.