DAHSC · Computing
PHP for Public Knowledge
University & tertiary Ages 16–99 50 hours en
Build civic websites in PHP. The stack this school itself uses.
Forms, databases, dashboards, live class tools.
Curriculum family: Decolonise Africa Homework School Curriculum
Course overview
This Computing course connects core university concepts to African contexts, practical inquiry and community-based application. Learners work through guided readings, a weekly studio and an applied final task.
Learning outcomes
Explain key Computing concepts; analyse evidence and assumptions; apply methods to an African case; communicate findings clearly; reflect on ethics, power and community impact.
Weekly outline
Week 1: Orientation and local context; Week 2: Core concepts; Week 3: Methods and evidence; Week 4: African case study; Week 5: Applied project; Week 6: Assessment and reflection.
Assessment
Weekly activities 30%; participation and peer response 20%; applied final project 50%.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisite. Learners need curiosity, regular study time and access to weekly course materials.
Course media
Exams and assessment papers
No exam papers are available for download yet. Exam papers and results will appear here when a teacher publishes them.
Weekly lessons
| Week | Lesson | Studio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Week 1 — PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 2 | Week 2 — PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 3 | Week 3 — PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 4 | Week 4 — PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 5 | Week 5 — PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 6 | Week 6 — PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 7 | Unit 7 - a local case study: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 8 | Unit 8 - comparison across places: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 9 | Unit 9 - voice and representation: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 10 | Unit 10 - ethics and responsibility: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 11 | Unit 11 - systems and relationships: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 12 | Unit 12 - patterns and interpretation: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 13 | Unit 13 - measurement and proportion: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 14 | Unit 14 - change over time: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 15 | Unit 15 - power and access: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 16 | Unit 16 - community strengths: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 17 | Unit 17 - primary sources and lived experience: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 18 | Unit 18 - research questions: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 19 | Unit 19 - organising evidence: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 20 | Unit 20 - mid-course synthesis: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 21 | Unit 21 - language and meaning: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 22 | Unit 22 - identity and community memory: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 23 | Unit 23 - land, environment and place: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 24 | Unit 24 - technology and access: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 25 | Unit 25 - designing a fair process: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 26 | Unit 26 - creative practice: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 27 | Unit 27 - problem definition: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 28 | Unit 28 - hypotheses and explanations: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 29 | Unit 29 - testing and revision: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 30 | Unit 30 - collaboration: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 31 | Unit 31 - communicating to an audience: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 32 | Unit 32 - visuals, numbers and media: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 33 | Unit 33 - resources and sustainability: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 34 | Unit 34 - rights and dignity: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 35 | Unit 35 - regional connections: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 36 | Unit 36 - project proposal: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 37 | Unit 37 - project purpose: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 38 | Unit 38 - project consultation: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 39 | Unit 39 - project preparation: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 40 | Unit 40 - project milestone one: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 41 | Unit 41 - constructive feedback: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 42 | Unit 42 - improving after feedback: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 43 | Unit 43 - quality and standards: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 44 | Unit 44 - risk and safety: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 45 | Unit 45 - leadership and responsibility: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 46 | Unit 46 - African innovation: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 47 | Unit 47 - professional application: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 48 | Unit 48 - project milestone two: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 49 | Unit 49 - accessible knowledge: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 50 | Unit 50 - self-assessment: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 51 | Unit 51 - debate and evidence: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 52 | Unit 52 - policy and collective action: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 53 | Unit 53 - livelihoods and value: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 54 | Unit 54 - health and wellbeing: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 55 | Unit 55 - climate resilience: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 56 | Unit 56 - heritage and future generations: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 57 | Unit 57 - digital literacy: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 58 | Unit 58 - community review: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 59 | Unit 59 - project milestone three: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 60 | Unit 60 - independent inquiry: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 61 | Unit 61 - theory and practice: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 62 | Unit 62 - uncertainty and limitations: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 63 | Unit 63 - future pathways: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 64 | Unit 64 - justice and reciprocity: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 65 | Unit 65 - clear presentation: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 66 | Unit 66 - project rehearsal: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 67 | Unit 67 - final evidence: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 68 | Unit 68 - applied project completion: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 69 | Unit 69 - public storytelling: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 70 | Unit 70 - teacher conference: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 71 | Unit 71 - exam preparation: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 72 | Unit 72 - practice assessment: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 73 | Unit 73 - correcting misconceptions: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 74 | Unit 74 - peer teaching: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 75 | Unit 75 - course synthesis: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 76 | Unit 76 - learning portfolio: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 77 | Unit 77 - community action: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 78 | Unit 78 - learner voice: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 79 | Unit 79 - assessment submission: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 80 | Unit 80 - mentorship and lifelong learning: PHP for Public Knowledge Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for PHP for Public Knowledge. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
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