Frequently Asked Questions
General
How do I contact the Inspire Africa Team?
You may contact us through our website contact us page.
Whatsapp us through the whatsapp button 0673467237
Contact one of our sales associates on the email address: hello@inspire.africa
When can my school start?
Schools can start any time during the year. Licenses remain valid for 365 days from the date of activation unless specified otherwise.
What do I get when we come onboard with Inspire Africa?
All our packages are customisable according to your school needs. The package includes three main components: teacher training, curriculum licenses, and hardware. These components are tailored to meet the specific needs of your educational institution.
Who can teach the Inspire curriculum?
The Inspire curriculum is accessible to any educator, regardless of age or experience. It is created for teachers, by teachers. The curriculum is versatile, allowing experienced tech-savvy educators to integrate it as a source of inspiration and enrichment in their existing lessons. For those less tech-savvy, step-by-step guidance is provided to navigate all our digital activities effectively.
Curriculum and Inspire Campus
How do I access the Inspire Campus?
To log into the Inspire Campus, simply visit the following link: https://lms.inspire.africa/login/ You can log in using your school email address and the password provided to you by Inspire Africa. Please note that only onboarded schools have access to the curriculum.
How do I change my password on the Inspire Campus?
To change your password, click on the "Forgot password" option and follow the prompts provided.
Where can I learn more about your online courses?
To learn more about our online courses, please click on the following link:
What does a lesson plan look like?
Each of the 500+ lessons on the Inspire Campus is accompanied by a comprehensive lesson plan, worksheet, and an educator's memorandum. These digital activities are thoughtfully guided and come with solutions. The lessons also feature a variety of tutorials and visual aids to assist educators in their teaching.
Do you onboard teachers and students onto the Inspire Campus?
We onboard both teachers and students onto the Inspire Campus. Learners will have access to a selection of courses, while educators will have access to the complete curriculum, which they can project on the board for classroom instruction or use as a guideline.
What grade levels does our curriculum cover?
Our curriculum currently spans Grade 4 to Grade 9, with an Agricultural course designed for Grade 10 to Grade 12.
Grade 3 will become available by the end of 2023, and we plan to introduce curriculum materials for Grade R to Grade 2 in 2024.
How frequently are new lessons added to the curriculum?
Our Content Development Team is continually developing content, and as a result, new lessons are consistently added to the Inspire Campus each month.
Am I able to make use of the curriculum offline?
While we do not have a fully unplugged solution, you have the option to print Inspire Lessons, Worksheets, and Memorandums and compile them into booklets if your institution requires an offline curriculum.
Licensing
What is included in a educator license?
Educator licenses grant access to the Inspire Campus LMS (Learner Management System) and DroneBlocks Curriculum. These licenses are active for a duration of 365 days starting from the date of activation.
Educators are provided with access to teacher-facing materials, such as lesson plans, worksheets, and assessments. Learners, on the other hand, can access interactive learner-facing content.
How does a student license differ from a educator license?
Student licenses grant learners access to the learner-facing content on Inspire Campus. Additionally, they give educators permission (educator licence) to use the materials provided in the educator license, such as worksheets, and distribute them to their students.
How does your license fee work?
The license fee is calculated based on a cost per student for a 12-month access to the curriculum. The exact fee depends on the number of students and typically falls within the range of R200 to R300 for the entire year, providing access to all the content.
Does the curriculum accommodate students working at different rates?
Educators have the flexibility to choose whether students can progress at their own pace or have all students engage in the same work simultaneously. The curriculum is adaptable to suit various teaching approaches.
Training
Do we receive teacher training before using the Inspire STEAM Education Programme?
Yes, when you purchase the Inspire STEAM Education program package, you receive a hybrid of online and in-person training for educators.
How long and what is included in the educator training program?
The educator training program is divided into two parts: online and in-person training. The online session typically lasts for about two hours and is followed by one or more self-study modules. Once these online components are completed, the in-person training is conducted at your school, which can span either one or two days. The duration of the in-person training depends on the specific parts of the curriculum your school intends to utilise.
Hardware and Technical
Does Inspire Africa provide hardware support?
Yes, Inspire Africa provides comprehensive support for all their products and has a dedicated technical team capable of performing any necessary repairs. Additionally, spare parts can be purchased separately for any required maintenance.
Does Inspire Africa assist with hardware repairs?
Yes, we are more than happy to assist with hardware repairs and servicing.
How much hardware do I need?
Ideally, it would be best for each learner to have their own robot or drone for hands-on experience. However, many schools operate with a ratio of 3 learners per robot.
While it is technically possible to complete the Inspire Curriculum using the included simulators, we recommend having at least one of each piece of hardware to provide demonstrations, if not one unit for every 3 to 5 learners.
What type of computers and or smart devices do I need?
The Inspire software and apps are compatible with a wide range of devices, including Android, Apple, Chromebooks, and Windows devices.
However, when using a computer or laptop for 3D modeling and design in applications like TinkerCAD or Fusion360, it is advisable to have a minimum of an i3-CPU for optimal performance.
What internet speed do I need for my classroom?
To ensure that simulators and other interfaces function seamlessly, we recommend a minimum of 3 Mbps per learner. For instance, in a classroom with 25 students, it is suggested to have a dedicated line with a speed of 75 Mbps for optimal performance.
Do the students need devices to use our programme?
Yes, students would require a smartphone, tablet, Chromebook, or computer to access our software programs for coding.
DroneBlocks
Where can I find the DroneBlocks Password for the simulator?
You can find the DroneBlocks password for the simulator within the DroneBlocks Curriculum, specifically in the Simulator section. This section is accessible through the Inspire Campus. https://learn.droneblocks.io/courses/940858/lectures/40990192
How often does the DroneBlocks Password change?
The password for the DroneBlocks simulator changes monthly.
Your unique login and password for the DroneBlocks curriculum remains the same unless you decide to change it in settings.