ICT in Education

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education is the process of using information and communications technology to support, enhance, and optimize the …

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ICT in Education

Information and communication technologies are currently a way for teachers to access a wide range of new pedagogy so as students learn more effectively. These technologies are also being used to enable teachers to do administrative tasks more efficiently. It is vital today for teachers to be able to use technologies in every setting in order to support any kind of teaching practice. Some of the aims of using ICT that are going to be covered in the course are:

  • To teach and present ideas and content (interactive board).
  • To assess pupils and teach them through material of networked areas in the system (taking responsibility over learning).
  • To support teachers in keeping records and monitoring students.
  • To urge teachers in constantly developing professionally through professional networks and other associations.

The course emphasizes on the importance of Information and communications technology in education through analyzing the multiple areas where it can be used, applied and adjusted.

 

What will I learn?

This course covers the integration of ICT in a learning and teaching context and examines different ICT models. More specifically, it covers the definitions and benefits of applets and virtual manipulatives, the impact of ICT when applied to teaching and learning, along with its affordances and associated challenges, and the influence of the internet on our lives and on the educational sector. 

Course Content

Week 1: Learning through Technology and ICT models

Week 2: Practical Applications of applets and virtual manipulative in Learning

Week 3: Online Learning, affordances and challenges of ICT applications in teaching and learning

Week 4: Internet and Society

Week 5: Final Quiz

The course consists of one multiple choice quiz carrying a weight of 100% towards the final course grade. In order to successfully complete the course and obtain your certificate you need to achieve an overall grade of 50% or above at the quiz.

Certificate

A certificate will be issued upon completion of the course. 

ICT in Education
Language: English
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