An Alternative Learning Journey To Productivity and Employment OpportunitiesThe CisoNet concept of "The Four Shades Of Thought (T4ST)" is conceived to extract and bring forth the journey of data collection, information processing, intelligence analysis and also generation of decision making reports to support science education, systems supply, provision of client solutions and customer service in computing and information technology.Decision Support Science (DSS) aims to supplement and compliment the competence based education in showing how the rhythm of T$ST applies in the mission of linking industry to education (LiteMission) and in the promotion of imaginative, creative, critical and innovative thinkings as a way of transitioning learners to employment opportunities in the sector.
Overview

The above illustration shows and promotes the ideas of learning for a purpose, learning by doing, learning from an example and learning when earning. It is our assertion that learners need early exposure to this practical environment showing available opportunities in the collection of data on health and agriculture, Infrastructure and housing, learning and education and governance and security. It shows the computing software and hardware system that is used in the production and generation of information, insights and reports for supporting making of smart and wise decisions and choices. In addition it shows the required networking and storage solutions. It proposes some of the real job opportunities such as mobilization of funding, creation of content, empowerment of affiliates and also academic and industrial learning.

Invitation

In the spirit of T4ST, CisoNet is inviting you to conclave with us in transforming learning through and with imaginative compositions, creative essay, critical papers and innovative reports all way through primary, secondary and college education and it apply in industry.

Opportunities

We have opportunities for trainers of trainers and you as our affiliates, will participate LEARNEX as a resource person in the effort to teachers onboard so that they can inturn pass the message to learners and prepare them for emerging real opportunities in the the industry and how they can apply their knowledge and understanding to providing the requisite solutions

Other affiliates will work with us in creating learning content that aligns to CBE and relates to the needs in industry and the concept of T4ST as it applies to computing and information technology in the industry.

As an event organizer, the affiliate will be involved in the recruitment of participants through direct visits and, social tools and mobilization of funding for the events. such social marketing nd affiliates learners resource person wheresoNet organizes writing into composition, essay, paper and report to help people align their thoughts into their stages of initiations. For example, producing report for communication in industry issues differs from producing papers to communicate critical research thought just like writing creative essays differs from imaginative compositions in primary education, The rhythm of four shades of thought helps in the crystallization of ideas for development and growth of economy as well as for the well being of society at large. CisoNet has embraced this rhythm to identify and locate issues that enhance the mission of linking of industry to education

Life Long Learrning

CisoNet complements competence-based education by applying its “four shades of thought” model to bridge academic learning with lifelong industry practice. This approach helps individuals evolve from post-academic theory into practical entrepreneurship by guiding them through interpretation, integration, provisioning, and operation.

In industry, effective entrepreneurship requires not only technical skills but also the capacity to transform data into intelligence—collecting, processing, analyzing, and reporting information to support sound decisions by leaders at all levels. Lifelong learning strengthens this capacity by connecting foundational academic disciplines—philosophy, mathematics, science, humanities—to applied industry principles, including systems thinking and emerging concepts such as quantum dualities of time, energy, and interconnection.

Unlike the static nature of institutional learning, industry learning is dynamic and collaborative, enabling each participant to realize their potential within organized entrepreneurial frameworks. This contrasts with the emerging debate that information, as a form of “mass,” may soon enter humanoid systems capable of surpassing human productivity through speed and efficiency. In this view, human entrepreneurship must adapt—balancing philosophical insight, scientific understanding, and technological mastery—to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving production Affiliation Empowerment : In the spirit of the four shades of thought, CisoNet is utilizing domain name,Creators : The content creators are will be well versed with the CBC as it relates to the concept of Decision Science & competing technology.Facilitation: The faciliatory will provide support to the client for venues and presentation equipment including media and display screens Publishing : The publishing partners will provide hardcopy printing and distribution services.Mentorship : Mentorship includes trainers and resource person service providers for both virtual and on site physical training. Funding : As the funding affiliate, you will be involved in mobilization of financing from public social programmes such as government, Donor Foundations, Investors and debt and also the consumers.TutorialsTo complement and supplement the CBE program in the computing technology sector, CisoNet and its affiliates offer tutorials on the followingDecision Support Science : Which discusses the process of data collection, information processing, intelligence analysis and report generation. It also discusses how the learners integrate the technology to humanity needs such as health, agriculture, governance and securityThe Computer : Appreciate the computer as the basis for automating the process of decision support science by understanding its hardware and software and also the input and output devices and associated accessories.The Internet : Discuss the information and communication technology Network systems including the datacenter and human resources requirements to interpret, integrate, provide and operate the associated systems, solutions and services.The tutorials should address the needs for CBE learning through elementary, junior & senior schools including colleges and university.landscape.

Background Overview

Reorienting Digital Literacy Teaching Through Decision Support Science (DSS)
Aligned with Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC)

This booklet presents a practical framework for teachers delivering the Digital Literacy curriculum under Kenya’s Competency-Based Education (CBE). It introduces Decision Support Science (DSS) as a cross-cutting theme to enhance the teaching of digital literacy, with the aim of equipping learners with 21st-century skills—such as critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and digital problem-solving—that are essential for employment, entrepreneurship, and national development.

As the CBE emphasizes learning with a purpose, DSS encourages a shift from teaching digital skills in isolation, to applying these skills in real-world contexts such as agriculture, health, infrastructure, trade, and governance. Learners should not only know how to use digital tools, but also understand why and when to use them—to solve problems, make decisions & create value from data.

Why Digital Literacy Needs Purpose-Driven Learning

With the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and smart technologies across all sectors, traditional approaches to computing education are becoming outdated. Teaching programming, for example, must go beyond syntax to foster deeper thinking about real-world challenges. DSS focuses on building decision-making skills by teaching learners how to:

Collect and organize data
Transform data into information
Analyze information into intelligence
Generate actionable insights for decision-making

This approach complements the CBE learning outcomes, particularly the strands that focus on communication, collaboration, imagination, and innovation. It prepares learners not only to be users of technology, but co-creators of solutions.

A Story from the Past: A Lesson in Data and Decision Making

When I was in Standard 5 at Metuma Primary School, our teacher took us on an excursion to an animal rangeland. We were told to carry our activity books and record data: the animals we saw, homesteads in the rangeland, and which rivers had water. That weekend, we tabulated our findings in tables and charts—processing raw data into information. On Monday, our teacher analyzed the results and predicted that continued encroachment would drive animals out of their habitat.

Unknowingly, we had practiced the core digital literacy cycle: data collection; information processing; and insight generation. Today, with digital tools and technologies, this same process is automated, accelerated, and scaled. But the principle still remains that : Technology must serve to enhance understanding and guide action.

The Role of DSS in CBE Digital Literacy

Incorporating DSS into digital literacy teaching aligns with CBE’s competency pillars, especially:

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Learning to Learn
Communication and Collaboration
Digital Literacy and ICT Proficiency

Learners are not just being trained to operate computers-but being prepared to:

Understand how digital tools support smart decision-making
Apply ICT to real community challenges
Use data responsibly and creatively to generate solutions

CisoNet’s Broader Vision

Through partnerships with technology providers, software vendors, and cloud platform developers, CisoNet is contributing to the setup of a smart data center at Konza Smart City. This infrastructure will support sectors like health, agriculture, education, and governance by enabling data-driven services.

We believe that teachers are at the heart of this transformation. By integrating DSS into your classroom, you’re not only meeting CBE goals—you’re building a future where learners can:

Develop entrepreneurial mindsets
Generate and store local data securely
Build and manage smart digital systems
Become creators of employment and innovation

Call to Action for Teachers and Innovators

We invite teachers to embrace a solution-oriented teaching approach, focusing on how digital tools can solve local problems. Your role is crucial in guiding learners to see digital literacy not as an isolated subject, but as a foundation for nation-building through imagination, innovation, and responsible data use.

We also welcome entrepreneurs and job seekers to collaborate with us in creating a robust ecosystem of decision support services—including app development, network solutions, cloud-based reporting, and intelligent data collection.

Together, we can empower the next generation to shape a digitally self-reliant, economically vibrant Kenya.

Matei M. Ndeti,

M.S. Electrical Engineering

Affiliation

Empowerment : In the spirit of the four shades of thought, CisoNet is utilizing domain name,

Creators : The content creators are will be well versed with the CBC as it relates to the concept of Decision Science & competing technology.

Facilitation: The faciliatory will provide support to the client for venues and presentation equipment including media and display screens

Publishing : The publishing partners will provide hardcopy printing and distribution services.

Mentorship : Mentorship includes trainers and resource person service providers for both virtual and on site physical training.

Funding : As the funding affiliate, you will be involved in mobilization of financing from public social programmes such as government, Donor Foundations, Investors and debt and also the consumers.

Tutorials

To complement and supplement the CBE program in the computing technology sector, CisoNet and its affiliates offer tutorials on the following

Decision Support Science : Which discusses the process of data collection, information processing, intelligence analysis and report generation. It also discusses how the learners integrate the technology to humanity needs such as health, agriculture, governance and security

The Computer : Appreciate the computer as the basis for automating the process of decision support science by understanding its hardware and software and also the input and output devices and associated accessories.

The Internet : Discuss the information and communication technology Network systems including the datacenter and human resources requirements to interpret, integrate, provide and operate the associated systems, solutions and services.

The tutorials should address the needs for CBE learning through elementary, junior & senior schools including colleges and university.