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Teaching WordPress the easy way.

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Kanyike Simon Peter Kiviiri

ICT FACILITATOR

Teaching WordPress the easy way.

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The Problems Teachers Face

  • Fear of WordPress complexity (lack of knowledge)
  • Limited no. of computers.
  • Low spec computers
  • Limited time for practice
  • Low or no internet access
  • Learners with low technical confidence
  • Focus on theory instead of hands-on work

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Why Teach WordPress Anyway?

  • Most popular CMS
  • Industry-relevant skill
  • Encourages creativity
  • No heavy coding required
  • Learners can earn or showcase skills early

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Shift the Teaching Mindset

  • WordPress is NOT programming
  • Treat it as digital publishing
  • Focus on outcomes, not perfection
  • Let learners explore

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Start Simple

  • Learn the skill as a teacher
  • No internet: download files early
  • Use LocalWP/XAMPP/WAMP
  • Use laragon & supermium (low spec pc
  • Have a safe environment for mistakes
  • Foster learning, support them

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Teach the learners to

  • Install the software
  • Create databases
  • Copy WordPress files
  • Create sites by themselves
  • Install and customize themes & plugins

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Teach by Projects, Not Features

  • School website
  • Personal blog
  • NGO or Community site

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Prepare support files (photos, content)

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Assessment

Clear marking checklist

  • Page structure
  • Content accuracy
  • Menu and navigation
  • Basic design consistency

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Avoid

  • Teaching everything at once
  • Comparing learners
  • Over-customization
  • Skipping practice time

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Appreciate / motivate

  • Reward the best site in class.
  • Export and show case the sites
  • Host at least one site

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Thank you ☺

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