What is ICT?

 Simply from the word:

Information refers to the knowledge obtain from reading, investigation, study
and research.
Communication the act of transmitting message from one to another
Exchanging information from one to another using symbols, signs or
verbal interactions. Previously, people communicated through sign
or symbols, performing drama and poetry. With the advent of
technology, these ‘older’ forms of communication are less utilized as
compared to the use of the Internet, e-mail or video conferencing.

Technology is the use of scientific knowledge, experience and resources to

create processes and products that fulfill human needs. Technology
is vital in communication.

 Are the technologies used in the conveying, manipulation and storage of data by electronic
means.
 ICT is the technology required for information processing.
 During last decade of twentieth century there was extraordinary development in
information and communication technology (ICT) which led to a transmutation of processes
and practices in almost all aspects of human activities.

What is the use of ICTs in our learning?

 ITCs can help to develop our understanding.

o Speed and automatic functions of ICT can enable teachers to demonstrate, explore
or explain aspects of their teaching, and students learning, more effectively e.g. use
of a spread sheet to perform calculations in order that patterns can be concentrated
on rather than the calculating.
 Extend access to sources
o the capacity and range of ICT can enable teachers and students to gain access to
historical, recent or immediate information, through, for example, accessing
information on CD-ROM or the Internet
 Enhance enquiry skills
o search for and compare information from different sources
 Enhance the communication of ideas
o communicate with other people, locally and over distances, easily and effectively
o present information in ways which are accessible in different forms for different
audiences.

ICTs is not used only in education, but also in other sectors such as:

 ARCHITECTURE  LAW ENFORCEMENT

 ARTS  TRANSFORTATION
 CAREER  TRAVEL
 GOVERNMENT  BANKING
 HEALTHCARE  INDUSTRY
 HOME  E-COMMERCE