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ROLE OF ICT IN EDUCATION

Roles of ICT in Education

As we all know, the present century makes a great impact in terms of industrial progression. And these progressions put emphasis on the cause of computers.

These computers also put a great gate to the new world of education and add a new face. A face of education in which it is being modernized and made a way in the opening of a strategy for the improvement of the teaching- learning process.

In education, one principle for a better learning is to catch up learners’ interests so that it will motivate learners to learn better, and one way of letting this to happen is the use o different strategies which covers with the use of technologies. The environment becomes more interactive and socializes. It depends on how the teacher dwells with the equipments. But as long as it is well- managed, this will develop a sense of learning to each learner.

ICT is one way of concreting the leanings of the learners from knowledge to experiences. And this can be done through the different theories of educational technology. Anchored instruction, film- viewing, audio- video presentation, power point presentation, and etc.

This were just few roles of ICT in education, we can have it ourselves as future teacher. Always remember that whatever equipments we have, they should not overpower us.

Still, we are the very best Instruction of all, we are still the best visual aid of all, these technologies cannot replace the role of teachers, without the teachers, technology is nothing when it comes to educational integration, teachers are the core for the success of the teaching- learning process.

Definition

Definition of DISTANCE LEARNING

Education that takes place via electronic media linking instructors and students who are not together in a classroom

Disadvantages Distance Learning

Disadvantages Distance Learning:

1.No Direct Contact with faculty: There isn’t any fun if you don’t have a teacher you can make fun of! On a serious note, lack of personal interaction with teachers often affects the learning curve for some students. This is one major disadvantage of distance learning. Flipping through voluminous books with no mentor to guide you can be overwhelming for some students.

2.Overdependence on Technology: Some distance learning programmes especially online courses require access to internet. Unless you are comfortable with this medium, you will find studying and interacting with your faculty online difficult.

3.Lack of Discipline: Since you don’t have a teacher standing on top of your head, reminding you of deadlines, asking for your assignments, there are chances that you will not take a distance learning programme seriously. You need to be mature and disciplined to take full advantage of a distance learning programme. 

4.It can get Lonely: Even if you’re in a virtual classroom that is full of students, the lack of personal interaction might make you feel detached and lonely. This can be solved as you get more comfortable with using the internet.

5.Not All Courses are Available/ Taught: Another major disadvantage of distance learning is that not all courses can be taught online. For example, subjects like Medicine and Engineering can’t be taught online or through distance learning since practical classes, experiments etc. can’t possibly be conducted over the internet! Some things, you’ve got to do yourself!

6.Not Valued by all Employers: No matter how good the university/college from where you pursued your distance learning programme, some employers will always prefer a candidate who has pursued a regular programme over you.

Advantages of Distance Learning

Advantages of  Distance Learning

1.It's Flexible:  You can earn and study at the same time! Flexibility is the biggest advantage of distance learning courses. This stands true especially if you are a working professional. Not everyone has the luxury of taking their own time to finish their studies. For those who had to take a break from studies to start working, such courses are a boon and provide the opportunity to pursue higher education.

2.Saves Time & Energy: You save up a lot of time and energy on commuting. You can stay in Pune and pursue a course that is available in Bangalore. Or you might be based out of a remote village or town which does not have enough options for higher studies. Distance learning courses eliminate these obstacles.

3.Study at your own Pace: Not everyone has the same pace of learning. Some students pick up things fast, others need time to grasp a concept. One of the biggest advantages of distance learning is that you can study at a pace that is comfortable for you.

4. Saves Money: These courses are almost always cheaper as compared to their on-campus counter-parts. You also cut down on the costs incurred while commuting etc.

5.Convenient: You can submit your assignment with the click of a button or simply drop it off at a post-office! It’s sometimes as simple as that!

6. 24X7 Access to Study Material & fellow Students: This is the best way to study if you are comfortable with internet and technology. You can access your study material online whenever you want and also clear doubts, exchange views and discuss with your virtual class-mates!

7.Study any Topic You Want: Since you‘d already have all your books/online study material with you, you can pick up any topic/chapter that interests you and tackle that first! This way your interest in the subject is sustained.