NAME : AMIRA MUHAMMAD MUSA REG NO: UG19/EDBE/1193
COURSE TITLE: ICT IN EDUCATION COURSE CODE: EDU 406
Introduction
humans have focused on methods for attaining better educational opportunities because knowledge
and information are currently the primary keys to obtaining comfort, prosperity, and productivity. In
the twenty-first century, education is where all advancements and improvements originate.
Technology will inevitably control our present and future. This is an unavoidable fact that we must
acknowledge. It has dominated over various aspects of our lives and shaped how we live. Since the
advent of a class structure based on technology, student-teacher contact has undergone a significant
change. The teacher now serves as a conduit for knowledge to reach the students rather than being
the focal point of the classroom. The pupils have changed from being passive listeners to being active
participants in gathering, organising, and presenting information.
Technology in education refers to the use of all forms of contemporary media and resources to
enhance learning. Experts propose education technology as one of the potential tools for efficiently
and effectively delivering education.
In the past, educators used strict, formal, and stereotyped methods of instruction. During that time,
education was seen as a means of disseminating information and concepts. Students used to
memorise everything from their textbooks or teachers by heart. They frequently had trouble
understanding what was being taught, and when it came time for the exam, they were expected to
copy. Students sat in silence, unable to ask any logical questions or engage in autonomous thought.
The modern learner is no longer seen as a blank slate waiting to be filled with data. Kids are now
expected to use a wide variety of media and resources to achieve a well-rounded education.
Education is seen as a social interaction and communication process. The modern educator must aid,
direct, and facilitate the development of the student. In addition to helping adult learners in their
quest for information and skills, the teacher must also excite and inspire young students.Education
Technology in education
The definition of technology in education is a collection of instruments that support student learning.
It also includes research into and ethical use of e-learning facilitation, which is the creation, use, and
administration of appropriate technology procedures and resources for learning and performance
improvement. The term "technology" is used broadly in educational technology to refer to the
resources and tools utilised to improve and advance educational skill.
The Evolution of Technology in Education
Technology used in education can be traced back to the development of very primitive instruments,
such as paintings on cave walls. But typically, the debut of instructional films in the 1900s or Sidney
Presser's Mechanical Teaching Machines in the 1920s marks the beginning of its history.
The first widespread application of new technologies was in the US military's training of soldiers
during World War II using training videos and other media. Present-day presentation-based
technology comes in many different forms, such as streaming audio and video or PowerPoint
presentations, and is based on the premise that individuals may learn through aural and visual
reception.
Several schools have used computer-based learning (CBL) systems since the 1990s. They frequently
draw from constructivism and theories of cognitive learning. These settings emphasise both abstract
and subject-specific problem-solving learning.
The advent of various media and pervasive technology in the 2000s gave contextual learning theories
that prioritise learning in context new life. Kids today are developing in a digital world where they are
frequently exposed to various media.
Why is technology employed in the education sector?
According to economists, there are three things that cause growth, which is based on rising human
capability.
The ability of the workforce to employ equipment that is more productive than previous iterations is
known as capital deepening.
• Better labour - a more educated labour force that can increase the value of economic output.
• Technological innovation - The workforce's capacity to produce, disseminate, share, and use new
information.
Three complementary, if slightly overlapping, methods that link educational policy with economic
development are based on these three productivity criteria.
• The Technological Literacy method - By integrating technology skills into the school curriculum,
students, citizens, and the workforce will employ modern technologies to a greater extent.
• The Knowledge Deepening approach - Improving students', citizens', and workers' capacity to use
knowledge to address challenging real-world problems and contribute to society and the economy.
• The Knowledge Creation approach - Improving students', citizens', and workers' capacity for
innovation, creation of new knowledge, and exploitation of that knowledge.
Advantages of Technologies used in Education
There are many different technologies being employed in the field of education nowadays, and they
have proved helpful for education. One of these is:
• Computer in the classroom: Each teacher can benefit from having a computer in the classroom.
Teachers can showcase new lessons, offer new material, demonstrate how to use new applications,
and exhibit fresh information on websites when there is a computer in the classroom.
• Education Television: Those who previously had no access to education can now receive education
in their own homes. Education is becoming more engaging for pupils and interactive as a result.
• Wikipedia and class blogs: A number of Web 2.0 resources are currently being used in the
classroom.
With the help of blogs, students may keep an ongoing conversation going about their thoughts, ideas,
and assignments while also allowing for student feedback and reflection. Wikipedia is a more
collectively oriented online encyclopedia. It enables group members to collaborate on the editing of a
single document, resulting in a thoroughly edited final output.
• Wireless microphones for classrooms: It's common for classrooms to be noisy, but microphones let
students hear their lecturers more effectively in these situations. When the teacher can be heard
clearly, the students learn more.
• Mobile devices: By giving teachers the chance to get feedback, mobile devices like a tablet or smart
phone can be used to improve the experience in the classroom.
Interactive Whiteboards: A touch-sensitive interactive whiteboard that lets users operate computer
programs. They enrich the learning environment by displaying anything that can be displayed on a
computer screen. The students can draw, write, or alter images on the interactive whiteboard thanks
to this, which not only supports visual learning.
• Digital video-on-demand: By avoiding the use of the open Internet, digital video eliminates the
requirement for in-classroom gear and enables teachers and students to instantly access video clips.
• Internet media: Websites that stream videos can be used to improve lessons in the classroom.
• Online study tools: These are resources that encourage learning by making it more enjoyable or
personalised for the user.
• Digital Games: Over the past few years, the market for instructional and serious games has seen
substantial growth. The use of digital games in the classroom has received a lot of good
feedback,including an increase in student motivation.
Conclusion
The enormous effort put out by students to research using several printed books and publications
might be lessened by technology. The time saved can allow students to concentrate more on critical
information acquisition tasks. Technology may portray education in ways that assist students
comprehend the newest theories and concepts, which is very crucial. Teachers can incorporate
project-based learning thanks to technology in education. Students of all levels can use these
resources under the direction of skilled teachers to build knowledge and hone skills necessary in
contemporary society, such as presenting and analytical abilities.
The teacher's job in education nowadays is that of a facilitator. The teacher must help kids learn by
giving them access to technology. As a result, teachers are better able to meet the unique demands of
different students and readily engage their attention.
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