Educational Technology

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Information and Communication

Technology

Information and Communication Technology

ICT refers to technologies that provide access to information through telecommunications. It is similar to Information Technology (IT), but focuses primarily on communication technologies. This includes the Internet, wireless networks, cell phones, and other communication mediums.

WIKIPEDIA

Types of ICTs that commonly used in EDUCATION

E-learning is the computer and network- enabled transfer of skills and knowledge.often involves both out-of-classroom and in-classroom educational experiences via technology, even as advances continue in regard to devices and curriculum. 

Wikipedia

Types of ICTs that commonly used in EDUCATION

Blended learningRefers to learning models that combine traditional classroom practice with e- learning solutions.

Open and distance learninga way of providing learning opportunities that is characterized by the separation of teacher and learner in time and place.

WIKIPEDIA

ICT POLICIES AND

STRATEGIES

New ZealandICT strategy recognizes the focus must be on extending and deepening educational experiences to work towards further developing an innovative and thriving society.

GOALSenvisions to support the development and capability of schools to use information and communication technologies in teaching-and-learning process and administration.

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To enhance the development of students’ knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes through the appropriate and effective use of ICT.

UNESCO

VISIONFor all students, irrespective of

their backgrounds:To develop the knowledge. Understanding, skills and attitudes;To participate actively in society;To achieve in global economy; andTo have a strong sense of identity and culture.

STRATEGYIt foresees schools to be:

Improving learning outcomes for students using ICT to support the curriculum.Using ICT, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of educational technology.Developing partnerships with communities to enhance access to learning through ICT.

FOCUS AREAInfrastructure for increasing schools’ access to ICTsProfessional development

INITIATIVESOn-line Resource CenterComputer recycling schemePlanning and implementation guideICT professional development schools/ clusters

AUSTRALIAStudents should be confident, creative and productive users of new technologies.ICT enables better and more personalized learning.ICT provides powerful and effective toolICT can improve efficiency and more effective decision- making.

STRATEGYFast local and wide area networksSubstantial number of computersContinuing teacher training in the use of technology for instructionSufficient hardware and softwareDigital library resourcesTechnology demonstration

Example of elements to be consider in using ICT to improve learning:

How will we change learning and teaching practices?What is digital resources are available and how will we use them?How will teachers and other staff learn to use ICT resources?How will we maintain student’s online safety?How can ICT be used to help us introduce the national curriculum?

Difference between ICT infrastructure planning and ICT

strategic planning

ICT Infrastructure planningComprises computers, mobile devices, peripherals, networks and operating software used by students, teachers and other staff.Requires careful technical management and support services.

Difference between ICT infrastructure planning and ICT

strategic planning

ICT Strategic planningRequires a whole school strategic focus.Shift from teacher- centered to student- centered learning

MOYLE (2006)

MALAYSIA“VISION 2020”Philosophy of Education calls for “developing the potential of individuals in a holistic and integrated manner, so as to produce individuals who are intellectually, spiritually, emotionally and physically balanced and harmonious.”

THREE MAIN POLICIES FOR ICT IN EDUCATION:

ICT for all studentsThe role and function of ICT in education as teaching and learning toolUsing ICT to increase productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness of the management system.

STRATEGYICT-enabled Smart Schools act as a catalyst within this process. The Government envisages that all schools will be converted into Smart Schools by the year 2010. The three pilot applications are:

teaching learning materials; a more accurate assessment system; and an integrated management system.

Fully equipped schools include:

Classrooms with multimedia, presentation facilities, email and groupware for collaborative work.Library media canterComputer laboratoryMultimedia development centerStudio/ theatrette Teachers’ room with on-line accessAdministration offices capable of managing databases of students and facilities

SINGAPOREThe ministry is constantly working to enrich and transform the learning environments of students and to equip them with the critical competencies to succeed in a knowledge economy. A key thrust is the integration of ICT into lessons to enhance students' learning.

MISSIONA catalyst in harnessing Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) to enrich learning and teaching.

GOALSThe goal of the “In2015” Education and

Learning plan is to foster an engaging learning experience to meet the diverse needs of learners in Singapore.

The plan aims to achieve these outcomes:Our people experience engaged learning and enriched lives, and Singapore benefits from enhanced national capacityOur educational institutions, with their pervasive and innovative use of ICT, are magnets for global talentOur ICT industry is recognized for its innovative Education and Learning products and services.

3 STRATEGIC THRUSTS HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED:

Creating an enriching and personalized learner-centric environment in educational institutionsBuilding a nation-wide Education and Learning infrastructurePositioning Singapore as a centre for innovation in the use of ICT technologies for the Education and Learning sector.

THE MASTERPLAN HAS FOUR KEY DIMENSIONS:

CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENTA balance between acquisition of factual knowledge and mastery of concepts and skills.Students in more active and independent learning.Assessment to measure abilities in applying information, thinking and communicating

LEARNING RESOURCESDevelopment of a wide range of educational software for instructionUse of relevant Internet resources for teaching-and- learningConvenient and timely procurement of software materials

TEACHER DEVELOPMENTTraining on purposeful use of IT for teachingEquipping each trainee teacher with core skills and teaching with ITTie- ups with institutions of higher learning and industry partners

PHYSICAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Pupil computer ratio of 2:1Access to IT in all learning areas in the schoolSchool wide network and school linkages through wide are network

HONG KONGThe Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) government launched a five-year ICT strategy in schools in late 1998. During the past decade there has been an exponential growth in the use of information and communication technology (ICT) which has made pervasive impacts both on society and on our daily lives.

THE IT INITIATIVES:On average, 40 computers for each primary school and 82 computers for each secondary school.About 85, 000 IT training places for teachers at four levelsTechnical support for all schoolsAn information Education Resource Center for all schools and teachers

An IT coordinator for each of 250 schools should have sound IT plansComputer rooms for use by students after normal school hoursAn IT Pilot SchemeReview of school curriculumDevelopment of appropriate software in collaboration with government, private sector and tertiary institutions and schoolsExploring the feasibility of setting up an education- specific Intranet

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