n To learn about computers location and access, use of – computer literacy information, synthesis, evaluation – word processing n Visual literacy – spreadsheet – processing of images – presentation tools – communication through visuals n To learn with computers n Information Filtering – reference – No overload please – processing Reality check – communication n Represents an ideal Motivation n ICTs are intended to be transformative n Gaining learner attention n However, ICTs generally used to – First step to optimal learning supplement traditional forms of instruction – Visual and interactive features of n Lack of teacher training ICTs help focus attention n Lack of facilities – Novelty n Lack of instructional materials n Engaging learner through production work n There is a need for Attitude Check – creation of their own products ABCs of Psychology n Increasing perceptions of control n Attitude – intrinsic motivation – Affect (feelings; I feel data) Unique instructional capabilities – Behavior(overt actions; I see data) n Linking learners to information sources – Cognition(thinking; I think data) – links to new information Another reality check! n Helping learners visualize problems and n Rodrigo, M. (2005). Quantifying the divide: solutions A comparison of ICT usage of schools in – representations of knowledge Metro Manila and IEA-surveyed countries n Tracking learner progress – Research Questions – capture student performance • What ICT resources do n Linking learners to learning tools schools have? – access to multicultural activities • In terms of these resources, Support for new instructional approaches are MM schools ahead, n Cooperative learning behind or at par with their – cooperative, small group work counterparts in other n Shared intelligence countries – distributed intelligence Results n Problem-solving and higher-order skills n Hardware – setting of higher-ordered, complex n Internet goals n Software – students learn basics at the same n MM primary schools have less access to time as they acquire higher-level computers than their counterparts ones n Poor access and poor use (email, www) Increased teacher productivity n Limited use and focus more on productivity n Less time on record-keeping tools n More time on analyzing student performance and needs n More time on preparation Required skills for the information age n Technology literacy – familiarization with computer technology n Information literacy