Role of ICT in Education

Abstract

21^st century is the age of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). All over the world ICT is used in teaching and learning process. The teacher and learner must gain access to technology for improving learning outcomes. Educational reform includes successful designing and implementation of ICT in teaching and learning process, which is the key to success. There is a rapid shift of educational technologies and political force to shape the structure and system of education across the world. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is basically an umbrella term that encompasses all communication technologies including computer and network i.e. internet, wireless networks, cell phones, television and satellite communications etc. that provide access to information. Across the past twenty years, the use of ICT has fundamentally changed the practices and procedures of nearly all forms of endeavor within business and governance. There are unlimited applications of ICT in the real world.