The Role of Information Technology in Education

The Role of Information Technology in Education

                           The Role of Information Technology in Education is to explore the potential for technology and to redefine the terms of teaching and learning. Technology is a tool — a means rather than an end. Using technology effectively in the classroom means transforming the classroom, teaching, and learning. Productive use of technology does not mean using it solely to help slow students catch up, to occupy quick achievers or to reward good behaviour. Where technology is yielding results, the classrooms are student-centered, with teachers as coaches and guides. Technology allows engagement, review, and especially assessment in broader and  deeper ways.

How technology help Students ?

                          For students , computer technology has provided an indescribable wealth of resources, information and knowledge. Since the introduction of the internet, students are now able to access information on whatever subject they want. Resources include journals, articles, e-books, practice tests, examinations, model answers etc.  Research has also suggested that computer technology has helped students to improve their grades. Practically, students can work much faster using a computer which enables them to do more study in the same period of time.

How technology help Teachers ?

                      Computer technology has enabled teachers to make their lessons more interactive and therefore more interesting and rewarding. This method has also been shown to improve pupil performance as lessons are more memorable and therefore students are able to retain information more effectively. Teachers, like students, can also find a whole host of resources on the internet which can provide inspiration and advice for classes. Teachers are also able to recommend good resources to students to further encourage and stimulate their learning.

"Technology is a gift of God.

After the gift of Life perhaps it is the greatest of  God’s gifts.

It is the mother of civilizations ,of arts and of sciences."

So make use of TECHNOLOGY  in class rooms

With Regards,

Linda.R

IT Club Coordinator

BenchMark International School, Tirur