Using ICT tools in teaching and Learning

“Using ICT tools in
teaching and learning”
Importance of ICT in the
Classroom
Presented by:
Misheck Mutuzana
Computer Studies Examiner

“Using ICT tools in
teaching and
learning”

Outline
 What is technology?
 What does it mean to teach or learn using ICT
tools?
 How to source information or resources?
 Skills that can be acquired through the use of
ICT tools.
 Advantages of Technology in the classroom
 Disadvantages of Technology in the classroom
 Conclusion
 Reference
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“We cannot solve our problems with
the same thinking we used when
we created them”.
Albert Einstein
“You must be the change you
wish to see in the world”.
Mahatma Gandhi
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What is technology?
Technology refers to the collection of
tools that make it easier to use, create,
manage and exchange information.
“Technology is just a tool. In terms
of getting the kids working together
and motivating them, the teacher is
the most important”. (Bill Gates, 2010)

It means the use of:
 Computers
What does it mean to teach
or learn using ICT tools?
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 Laptops
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 Notebooks
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 Smartphones
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 PDAs
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 LCD Projectors
Or Beamers
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 Internet and email
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 Software
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Teachers and students can find information on
Anything, Anytime, Anywhere using…
How to source information
or resources
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How to handle information
or resources
Teachers and students can find information on
Anything, Anytime, Anywhere using…
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Skills that can be acquired
through ICT tools
Teachers and students can get the
following skills…
 Blogging
 Podcasting
 Programing
 Designing
 Tagging
 Uploading
 Twittering
 Bookmarking
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Teachers and students can get the
following skills…
 Searching
 Editing
 Downloading
 Subscribing  Linking
 Experimenting
 Commenting
 Crowdsourcing
Skills that can be acquired
through ICT tools
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 Technology Promotes individual learning.
 Technology bridges the gap between
teachers and students
 Technology Encourages group learning
 Technology simplifies teachers work
Advantages of Technology
in the classroom
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 Distraction in the classroom
 It is expensive: Schools with small
budgets can not afford.
 Requires Training: Both teachers and
students need extra training on how to use
various educational technologies.
Disadvantages of
Technology in the classroom
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In today’s society, the use of ICT has become
part and parcel of human life and is fast
becoming the digitalized enhanced teaching
and learning norm in education.
Conclusion
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Thank you for your
attention!!!

References
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 Mbewe, S.B.(2015) Introduction to Computing and ICT Skills. PCE 121: The Zambia Centre
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