Talking at this point about information and communication technologies -the so-called ICTs- as a project for the future would be like writing a document in the past.
Not only are ICTs already more than consolidated in the educational field, but their treatment in the different stages is already considered as transversal and behavioral in the whole of the teaching-learning experience and not as a theme in itself.
However, the level of performance that one has with computer tools is highly valued in the curriculum of any individual.
In a world as competitive as the one our students will face in the immediate future, it is highly valued that knowledge in certain computer applications such as word processors, spreadsheets or presentation programs is accredited.
But, as with other walks of life, not all credentials are created equal.
And in the field of business information systems, one name stands out: Microsoft. Microsoft's Office suite is by far the most widely used worldwide.
For years, our center has facilitated training and access to exams for all students of Colegio Alborán who wish to obtain MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) certifications issued by Microsoft on the knowledge and use of these tools.
The distinctive character of these MOS certifications compared to any course that can be taken on the management of these programs in academies resides in the fact that it is the software development company itself, Microsoft, which certifies the knowledge that one has about the program, which makes them especially relevant in the market.
Furthermore, these Microsoft MOS certifications are recognized worldwide. Let's be frank: a Word degree issued by the X academy will be null and void anywhere it is presented, while a MOS degree is accepted and distinguished as an indicator of excellence in any organization or institution.
Our strategy consists of incorporating into the curriculum of subjects in 1st, 2nd and 3rd year of ESO, the contents of the MOS certifications corresponding to PowerPoint, Word and Excel, respectively, so that the student who wishes to do so can take the MOS certification exam with the knowledge acquired.
With this, Colegio Alborán offers an interesting added value compared to the standard curriculum.