4. ICT: Concept, Objectives,
Need and Importance of ICT
– Characteristics and Scope
of Information and
Communication Technology
5. Meaning
• The term “Information” refers to “any
communication or representation of
knowledge such as facts, data or opinions in
any medium or for, including textual,
numerical, graphic Cartographic, narrative or
audiovisual forms.
• Technology is the practical form of scientific
knowledge or the science of application of
knowledge to practical.
6. Definition
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• "ICT stand for information and communication
technologies and is defined, as a "diverse set of
technological tools and resources used to
communicate, and to create, disseminate, store,
and manage information."
• "ICT implies the technology which consists of
electronic devices and associated human
interactive materials that enable the user to
employ them for a wide range of teaching -
learning processes in addition to personal use."
7. Concept of ICT
• Information technology (IT) that can help in
coping with the information explosion
• Information technology (IT) is the acquisition,
processing, storage and dissemination of
vocal, pictorial, textual and numerical
information by a micro-electronics - based
combination of computing and
telecommunication.
8. • Anything that renders data,
information or perceived knowledge in
any visual format whatsoever, via any
multimedia distribution mechanism, is
considered part of the domains space
known as Information Technology
• Communication technology is the
activity of designing and constructing
and maintaining communication
systems.
17. Characteristics of Information Technology
* Acquisition, Storage, manipulation,
management, transmission or reception of
data or information.
* Real time access to information.
* Easy availability of updated data.
* Connecting Geographically dispersed regions.
* Wider range of communication media.
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19.
20. Unique Characteristics of ICT
ICT is pervasive and cross-cutting
From personal use to business and Govt.
Can be tailored to meet personal, local, diverse
needs.
ICT creates networks
Those connected benefit from the network
The Network externalities increases as it
grows
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21. Characteristics cont’
ICT disseminates information and
knowledge
Separates content from its physical location
Makes knowledge available to remote
communities
ICT allows for zero or declining marginal
costs
Replication of content is free
Distribution of marginal cost is near zero
ICT reduces transaction costs
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22. Characteristics cont’
ICT enhances efficiency
Has power to store, retrieve, sorts, filter and
distribute information
Makes processes and transactions leaner and
more effective
ICT reduces the need for intermediaries
Links consumers directly to producers
Allows users to acquire products and
services directly
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23. Characteristics cont’
ICT is global
Transcends cultural and linguistic
barriers
Allows local communities to be part of
the global network
Summary
These characteristics suggest that ICT can be a
powerful enabler of development
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24. ICT for Education
Applications of ICT
Distance Education
Affordability and geography have been barriers to
access
ICT has enhanced the quality of distance education
Six largest Distance Learning Universities are located in
developing countries: Turkey, Indonesia, China, India,
Thailand and Korea
Distance Education facilitated by ICT has mainly been
applied to tertiary education
ICT has enabled cross-border education 24
25. Applications cont’
Scientific Research
Development of networks over the internet
empowers indigenous research & development
(R&D) in developing countries
Existence of virtual research groups allows
databases and information to be shared
ICT enhances North-South and South-South
collaborations
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26. Applications cont’
Technical and vocational training
ICT is being employed to train workers in many
functional areas e.g Health care,IT services,
teachers
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Education Administration
Enhances day-to-day management of institutions
•Timetabling
•Student admission &Tracking
•Financial Management
•Medical services
•Procurement & store management
•Data distribution & management
27. Uses in Education
• To broadcast material, online facility or CD-ROM can be used as sources of
information in different subjects
• To facilitate communication for pupils with special needs
• To use electronic toys to develop spatial awareness and psycho-motor control
• To use the Online resource like, email, Chat, discussion forum to support
collaborative writing and sharing of information
• To facilitate video-conferencing or other form of Tele conferencing to involve
wide range of students from distant Geographic areas
• For Blended learning by combining conventional classroom learning with
E-leaming learning systems
• To process administrative and assessment data
• To exchange and share ideas -among teachers for the professional growth
• To carry out internet-based research to enhance , educational process
28. Uses and Advantages
• Students
• Teachers
• Guidance and Counseling personnel
• Educational Planners
• Research Workers
• Desirable changes and resolution –
Formal and Non-formal Education and
Instruction
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30. Limitations and Drawbacks
• Lack of needed facilities , material and
equipment and favourable conditions for the
use of ICT
• Widespread ignorance
• Resistance – attachment to old ways and fear
– adoption of the new
• Lack of provision – in pre-service stage nor in-
service stage
33. Teaching learning process
Effective learning is
possible by five
sensory means.
According to
psychological study
human can grasp 80%
knowledge visually,
15 % through hearing
& 5% with the rest of
the sensory items.
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34. • So it becomes necessary to present the
content by attractive means. Computer
technology helps us to provide rich
presentation.
• To provide rich presentation, it is necessary to
use the various components like:-
1. Text matter presentation
2. Animation presentation
3. Graphic presentation
4. Audio presentation
5. Video presentation
Computer Aided Teaching has become popular now
a days.
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35. SCOPE OF ICT IN EDUCATION
A person from village also can refer the latest
information and research everyday.
Television broadcast is one of the best
communication media to educate students, farmers,
sportsman.
The difficult experiments, advance surgery for
medical students etc. can be viewed.
LCD projectors can be used for effective training.
The man power problem, the human mistakes can
be avoided by on-line examination.
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37. In online tutoring, the student logs into his or her tutor
through the use of internet at home. The student asks the
question and teacher replies it by writing on smart board
or using powerpoint presentation.
38.
39. LEARNING USING ICT
Motivates learner
Learning process can be anywhere and
anytime
Students use interactive whiteboard in
classroom.
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41. IMPACT ON TEACHERS
Teacher access to :
Lesson plans
Network of teachers
Pedagogical techniques
Information resources
42. Publication
• The notes, printed text books can be digitized
with the help of computer technology.
• Many e-books are available on websites
developed by different publishers.
• Encyclopedia is also available on internet.
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44. ADVANTAGES OF ICT FOR EVALUATION
Student accept more responsibility for their own
learning and its assessment, developing expertise in
the process.
Teacher application of curriculum can be
monitored by analyzing test results. This can be used
by teachers for assessing and improving their own
performance meeting state and national standards.
46. USE OF ICT IN DAY TO DAY LIFE OF
STUDENTS AND TEACHERS
• Students use ICT as reference tool. They use
computers to browse the internet to look
information, project information and literature
survey.
• Teachers use ICT in research for preparing teaching
material ,participate in online forums and online
conference.
• Researchers use ICT tool to collect ,process and
analyze data.
• School administrators use ICT tool for administrative
purpose to make sure that the entire operation runs
smoothly. E.g. to get student details at the click of a
button.
47. Administration
• Employees register
• Library record
• Progress reports
• Students register
• Placement cell
• Alumni record
• School campus record
• Finance & accounts
• Timetable
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48. How ICT is being used very effectively
Broadening horizons with more opportunities
for creative expression
Flexibility to study where, when and how best
suits individual needs and preferences
Increased motivation through learning that
stimulates and stretches
Wider access to learning and participation
Sensible choices about when, when not and
how to use new technology to enhance, enrich
and extend learning
49. Advantages of using ICT in lessons
Increased commitment to learning works
Enhanced enjoyment and interest in learning and the subject
Increase in self-directed learning and independence
Getting a lot of information and ideas
Learning computer skills
Analyzing information
Increased motivation to stay on-work, behave better and
produce higher Quality output
Produce higher quality work
Learn more independently and at their own pace
Do things they cannot do using traditional methods and
resources
Do more work and work more quickly
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51.
52. A Framework for ICT in
Teacher Education
Leadership & Vision
Content & Pedagogy
Planning &
Management
of Change
Collaborating
&
Networking
Teacher
Education
Technical
Issues
Life Long
Learning
Social Issues
Context & Culture
55. Technological Options in Teaching
• Voice - one-way, two-way audio tools
• Video – still images, pre-recorded moving
images, real-time moving images
• Data -
i. Teaching Machine
ii. CAI
iii. CMI
iv. CME
• Print
56. ADVANTAGES OF THE USE OF
ICT IN EDUCATION
• Quick access to information
• Easy availability of updated data
• Connecting Geographically dispersed regions
• Catering to the Individual differences
• Wider range of communication media
• Wider learning opportunities for pupils
57. Recommendation
• Deep impact
• Respond to change – much faster
• Urgent to realign the curriculum framework
• Training and Orientation – immediate requirement
• Teachers in profession – continual professional
development
• Teacher educators – plan to introduce – to ensure
high quality and appropriate learning
• Teacher educators, educational authorities and
stakeholders - Enjoy the maximum benefits
• Building appropriate information systems
• Redefining the processes – transparency