WHAT IS ICT?
ICT stands for INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY.
This term possibly comprises all communication technologies such as the internet, cell phones, satellite communication, wireless networks, etc. In this era of technology, almost every domain such as education, healthcare, government, business, design and manufacturing, environment, entertainment, agriculture, etc is being benefited from ICT.
ICT refers to the use of computers, digital devices, or other electronic devices which are used to store, process, send or retrieve data or information.
BENEFITS OF ICT IN DIFFERENT FIELDS
BENEFITS OF ICT IN EDUCATION
ICT is the need of the hour and is an effective tool for extending educational opportunities. ICT in education refers to the implementation of its tools in the teaching and learning process and makes students familiar with their functionality. It supplements the traditional method of teaching which consequently helps in enhancing the quality of education and making it more effective. The use of ICT in education has redefined the whole concept of teaching. It is able to assist teachers in classrooms to teach difficult topics and complex diagrams in a very interesting and practical way and helps students to retain the concepts in their memory.
Gone are the days when teachers and students solely relied on printed books available in the library. Now,j the scenario is entirely different. The advent of the internet and the world wide web has empowered learners with various sources providing educational material. It enables people to learn anytime and anywhere. Students can access the material by reading or downloading it at any time. Nowadays. several online educational programs are available where students can study and participate through video conferencing. IGNOU is one of the universities which offer this facility. Through the internet, information can be updated or modified at any time, which helps in learning and giving a better understanding of the content. the most popular ICT tools used in the education sector are Digital boards, projectors, computers, etc.
ADVANTAGES OF ICT IN EDUCATION:
FOR TEACHER:
ICT facilitates teachers with extensive resources, expertise, and advice.
Makes the classroom more lively and interactive.
ICT facilitates easier planning and preparation of lessons and designing material.
Gives access to update pupil and school data anytime and anywhere.
FOR STUDENTS:
Encourages students to involve in productive activities.
Inculcates self-learning and assessment in students.
Improves the concentration of students
improves the academic outcome of students
in the next blog, we are going to talk about the impact of IT
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