Technology for Teaching and Learning

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”
—Nelson Mandela

Technology

What is Technology?

Advancements in the ways and tools we employ to solve issues or achieve a goal are
referred to as "technology." Technology in the classroom might include everything
from a low-tech pencil, paper, and blackboard to presentation software, high-tech
tablets, internet collaboration and conferencing tools, and more.

Categories of TECHNOLOGY

There are 6 categories of technology.

1. Construction
2. Transportation
3. Energy/Power
4. Communication
5. Manufacturing
6. Bio-Related

Communication - The sending and receiving of messages

Construction- The design and development of new buildings and structures
Energy- The power/fuel of technology. Considered the “food” of technology. All
other areas depend on it.
Manufacturing- The design and development of products.
Transportation- The movement of people or goods.
Bio-related Technology- Technology related to life. This includes all technologies
used in the medical field.
 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

 "Information and Communication Technologies" or ICT.

 refers to technologies that provide access to information through telecommunications.

INFORMATION - is processed, organised and structured data. 

COMMUNICATIONS - Communication is the act of giving, receiving, and sharing
information.
TECHNOLOGY- science or knowledge put into practical use to solve problems or invent
useful tools.

 ICT generally refers to all devices networking components, applications, and systems
that facilitate interaction with the digital world.

 The expression was first used in 1997 in a report by Dennis Stevenson to the UK
government and promoted by the new National Curriculum documents for the UK in
2000.

 Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) advances since the end of

the 20th Century have led to multiple convergences of content, computing,
telecommunications and broadcasting.

 In the past few decades, information and communication technologies have

provided society with a vast array of new communication capabilities

 Modern information and communication technologies have created a "global

village," in which people can communicate with others across the world as if they were living
next door.

How does ICT affects society?

 Information communications technology (ICT) has the power to transform society.

 Information and Communication Technology in Education

 Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education is the mode of

education that use information and communications technology to support, enhance,
and optimise the delivery of information.

 Worldwide research has shown that ICT can lead to an improved student learning and
better teaching methods.
 The results specifically showed that the students who are continuously exposed to
technology through education has better ‘knowledge’, presentation skills, innovative
capabilities, and are ready to take more efforts into learning as compared to their
counterparts.
Educational Technology

What is EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY?

The term "educational technology" refers to "technical instruments and media that
aid in the communication, development, and sharing of information."

Purpose of Technology in Teaching & Learning

Technology's goal is to enable effective data sharing in order to address some of

society's most pressing issues and to assist individuals and businesses in becoming
more innovative, efficient, and productive.

Importance of Educational Technology in Teaching & Learning

Technology helps instructors to reinforce and extend information, inspires pupils to

study, and allows them to adapt to a range of learning styles, among other things.
Furthermore, 7 out of 10 instructors polled stated that technology enables them to
“do far more than ever before” for their kids.

How can technology help you?

1. Students and teachers may exchange papers online, modify them in real time, and
show them on a screen using online collaboration technologies like Google Apps.

2. Presentation software (such as PowerPoint) enables instructors to embed high-

resolution photographs, diagrams, videos, and sound files to augment text and
verbal lecture content.

3. Tablets can be linked to computers, projectors, and the cloud so that students and
instructors can communicate through text, drawings, and diagrams.

4. Course management tools such as Canvas allow instructors to organize all the
resources students need for a class (e.g. syllabi, assignments, readings, online
quizzes), provide valuable grading tools, and create spaces for discussion, document
sharing, and video and audio commentary.

5. lickers and smartphones are a quick and easy way to survey students during class.

6. Studies show that posting recorded lectures does not diminish attendance and
students really appreciate the opportunity to review lectures at their own pace.