Module 8 Activity 2 Learning in ICT enabled classrooms

Learning in the 21st century is supported by ICT enabled classrooms where students are continuously engaged and responsible for their own learning. I do believe that students learn better when they are involved in the learning and the presence of ICTs create such an environment. This suggests a student-centred environment where the teacher acts as a facilitator and /or guide in the learning process.

In the ICT enabled classroom, teachers and students are exposed to a wealth of information in various subject areas through the Internet and the World Wide Web. They do not have to rely on books and magazines from libraries or other sources which may be outdated or unavailable due to limited copies.  The students are also exposed to a number of media to source information. In addition, ICT facilitates access to resource persons and other professionals around the world.

While the pros for ICT enabled classroom are numerous, we must also bear in mind the high cost of hardware and software, maintenance cost as well as the need for training and support of teachers to use it for teaching and learning. Teachers will have to effectively plan for the incorporation of ICTs in their lessons.