Information and Communication Technology in Education
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Keywords: Information, communication, Technology, Technologies, Education.Abstract
ICT stand for Information and Communication Technologies and defined as a diverse set of technological tools and resources used to communicate and to create, disseminate, store, and manage information. These technologies include; computer, internet, broadcasting technologies such as; radio, television etc. However, the technological change and globalization have created new economy with Information and Communication and Technology (ICT) occupying a complex position in relation to globalization. The emergence of this new global economy has serious implications on the nature and purpose of the educational institutions. Education is the stepping stone for every human to build a successful life and career and this applies to everyone, hence, ICT has become one of the building blocks of education in this modern society. ICTs in education deal with the use of ICTs within education technology. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education is the mode of education that utilizes information and communications technology to support, enhance, and optimize the dissemination of information. Worldwide research has shown that ICT can lead to an improved student learning and better teaching methods in the learning institutions. However, the objective of this paper was to acquire a general understanding of the critical roles of the Information and Communication Technology in the education systems. The methodology employed in this desk study was the extensive literature review focusing on the relevant work undertaken by the specialists in Information and Communication Technology in the education sector.
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