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Deaf learners building digital skills through a visual, sign-language-first TIDI lesson

Skills and learning

A learner should leave knowing what they can do next.

TIDI combines strong technical foundations with Deaf-led instruction, practical projects, and enough time for understanding—not simply finishing a syllabus.

  • 3 published pathways
  • Sign-language-first learning
  • Practice before progression

Learning pathways

A diverse group of Nigerian children and teens, including girls wearing colorful hijabs, sit at white tables with laptops in a bright tech classroom. A male instructor in a white sweatshirt stands at the front teaching with hand gestures. A large TV screen on the wall displays "STAY SAFE ONLINE & OFFLINE". The room has white walls, office chairs, a ring light, and ceiling fan. Some students are raising hands and engaging during the TIDI Tech Bootcamp.

A confident first step

Computer and Digital Literacy

Practical computer skills for Deaf children and young people who need time to explore, practise, ask questions in sign language, and understand what each tool is useful for.

Designed for: Beginners, school students, and young people who have had limited access to a computer or structured digital learning.

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Deaf students working on laptops during a TIDI technology skills programme

From curiosity to working projects

Technology Skills and Portfolio Development

Focused learning tracks in web development, backend development, Python, data analytics, AI-assisted coding, and graphic design—taught through projects learners can explain and show.

Designed for: Young people with basic computer confidence who want to explore a technology pathway, build a portfolio, or prepare for further training and entry-level opportunities.

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Deaf school students taking part in a practical TIDI STEM learning activity

Questions become experiments

STEM Education for Deaf School Students

School-based science, technology, engineering, and mathematics activities that make abstract ideas visible, practical, and connected to the world students already know.

Designed for: Deaf primary and secondary school students, with activities adapted to age, prior learning, available equipment, and the school curriculum.

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