1. ICT in Education

2. ICT in Education
ICT has a wide variety of applications in education

3. ICT as an Information Source
One of the main applications of ICT in education is its use as an information source for both teachers and pupils
The Internet – contains a wealth of information on almost every subject under the sun
CD/DVD ROMs – make information available in new and interesting ways

4. ICT as an Information Source
Access to information not previously available
Multimedia capabilities of CD/DVD ROM make for a more interesting learning experience
Search capabilities
ICT RESEARCH TOOLS
Develops research skills – but there is a downside 
Encourages independence?
Internet cheaper than having to replace out of date textbooks every year???

5. ICT as an Information Source
Copy and Paste Culture
- plagiarism!!!
Digital Divide - not everyone has equal access to digital information
“Over-reliance” on ICT
ICT RESEARCH TOOLS
Reliability and bias – how can you be sure information from the Internet is reliable?
Key Skills in research are being lost – many pupils can’t use an index in a textbook!

6. Communication
Presentation tools - DTP, word processing etc. to enhance the presentation of school work
Electronic whiteboards and projectors to improve classroom delivery
Use of and text messages for communication between teachers and students

7. Learning Tools
The market is full of “educational programs” designed to improve pupils’ skills in particular areas
Spelling and Maths programs commonplace in primary
Interactive revision programs
CBT (Computer Based Training) in many practical subjects

8. Distance Learning
U don’t even hav 2 go to skool to get an educashun like wot you did when I were a lad!!!
Videoconferencing, webcasts and VLEs (Virtual Learning Environments) – allow students to log in and work from home
BIG potential in developing countries

9. Tools/Distance Learning
New styles of learning to suit everybody
Instant feedback of results
Students can work at their own pace
Many applications for SEN
VIRTUAL TEACHERS?
Cost-effective – cheaper than teachers!!!
Collaboration through wikis, videoconferencing and forums
24/7 access to resources/lessons
Access to education in developing countries

10. Tools/Distance Learning
Lots of educational software is American
Some educationalists argue that CD/DVD interactivity reduces attention span
The “Digital Divide”
VIRTUAL TEACHERS?
Loss of social skills
No “personal” support
and text messaging may reduce skills in literacy
Hardware at its limits – is videoconferencing really feasible yet?

11. Administration
Most aspects of school administration are now handled by ICT
Electronic registration
Reporting to parents
Accounts/Budgeting
Exam entries
Timetabling
Frees up teachers to spend more time in the classroom
Unfortunately this means you’ll be seeing more of me!!!!

12. Summary/Revision
Use the your textbook or the Internet to make your OWN notes on ICT in Education
Your notes should cover the benefits/drawbacks of increased use of ICT in key areas