Lesson 9: Computers as Information and Communication Technology

Content

            
         The advent of the computer is recognized as the third evolution in education. First was the invention of the printing press, second was the introduction of libraries, and the third was the invention of computers, especially so with the advent of microcomputer in 1975. Thus emerged computer technology in education. Through computer technology, educators saw the amplification of learning along computer literacy.

            Soon, computer-assisted instruction (CAI) was introduced using the principle of individualized learning through a positive climate that include realism and appeal with drill exercises that uses color, music and animation. But the evolving pace of innovation of today’s information age is so dynamic that within the first decade of the 21^st century, computer technology in education has matured to transform into an educative information and communication technology (ICT) in education.

The Personal Computer as ICT

            Instructional media consist of audio-visual aids that served to enhance and enrich the teaching-learning process. On the other hand, educational communication media comprise the media of communication to audiences. Close to the turn of 21^st century, however, such a distinction merged owing to the advent of the microprocessor, also known as the personal computer (PC).

            Programs normally installed in an ordinary modern PC:

·         Microsoft Office – program for composing text, graphics, photos into letters, articles, reports, etc.

·         Power-point – for preparing lecture presentations

·         Excel – for spreadsheets and similar graphic sheets

·         Internet Explorer – access to the Internet

·         Yahoo or Google – websites; e-mail, chat rooms, blog sites, news service educational software, etc.

·         Adobe Reader – graphs/photo composition and editing

·         MSN – mail/chat messaging

·         Windows media player – CD, VCD player

·         Cyberlink Power – DVD player

·         Windows media player – editing film/video

·         GameHouse – video games

Experience

            
         Our teacher really tried their best to come up with an interactive teaching-learning process. They used technology as a tool not just to catch our attention but also to connect their topic to fast changing technology. Whenever they assigned a topic for us to report, they want a good source of the content, that is, if we surf it must be a form of PDF or a research article. Our teachers also construct an online class, that even we are at home, we can still send our assignments, answer some questions, and update the requirements posted. We could also have our conversation in that website – EDMODO. If we have comment or inquiry, we can discuss it through EDMODO. Distance learning is fun.

Reflection

            
             There are lots of ways nowadays to conduct teaching-learning process. Distance is no longer a hindrance to learn and to teach. Since technology invaded the learning style of todays’ learners, why not using it as a tool in teaching-learning process.

            It is on the other hand the strategies and technique of the teacher that matter. Everything is already presented, the thing is the appropriate usage that is beneficial to make teaching-learning process more easier, understandable and fun.

Application

            
          As future educator to 21^st century learners, I really want to create an online class. I want to impart my experiences to my students how amazing it is having a class not only through face to face teaching-learning process but also through online activities. I will then be able to evaluate their skills not only what they acquire from my class between but also even we are at distance each other. I will do that not for my own sake but for them to expose to virtual learning so that they will not be ignorant especially in their college life.