Use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in education

Pages: 323-325
Ajay Singh (Haryana School of Business, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, Haryana)

Education system is in a transition phase which witnessing drastic changes and reforms in entire education system. And this become possible with the help of Information and Communication Technologies. Information and communication technologies (ICT) have become commonplace entities in all aspects of life. Across the past twenty years the use of ICT has fundamentally changed the practices and procedures of nearly all forms of endeavour within business and governance. Education is a very socially oriented activity and quality education has traditionally been associated with strong teachers having high degrees of personal contact with learners. The use of ICT in education lends itself to more student-centred learning settings. But with the world moving rapidly into digital media and information, the role of ICT in education is becoming more and more important and this importance will continue to grow and develop in the 21st century. In this paper, a literature review regarding the use of ICTs in education is provided and will help us to know the ICT aids to help the stake holders in delivery of quality education. This paper will help us in understanding the concept of ICT and how it is beneficial for teaching learning process.