Role of ICTs in education

Today, from the time we awaken in the morning to the time before we sleep, we are surrounded by media, such as newspapers, radio, television, cellular phones, computers. Sometimes we are not even aware that we are surrounded by these media. All these media come under the overall umbrella of what we known as today’s ICTs. Knowing and using ICTs is important in today’s fast changing knowledge society, but we very often are confused about what these media are. ICT’s stand for Information and Communication Technologies. “ICT in Education” means Teaching and learning with ICT. ICTs are often spoken of in a particular content, such as ICT, in Education, Health care, or libraries. ICTs refer to technology that provides access to information through telecommunications. It is similar to Information Technology (IT), but focuses primarily on Communication Technologies. This includes the Internet, Wireless Networks, Cell phones and other communication mediums.