EDU903

Information & Communication Technology in Education

Education
900 level
4 credit units
238 pages
21 units

This course introduces the importance of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education. It clarifies terms like Information, Communication, Technology, and Education. The course covers ICT applications in education, including computer applications, the Internet, and mobile learning. It also addresses the challenges and prospects of ICT in developing countries, basic programming knowledge, and the legal aspects of computer information systems. The course aims to prepare students for applying ICT in educational settings.

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About this course

Difficulty: Intermediate
Study hours: 30 hours
Maths: None
Content: Theoretical, practical
Practical work: Yes

How it is assessed

Assignments
Tutor marked assessments
Final examination

What you'll read

The real module and unit structure of EDU903, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.

Module 1

Module 2

Module 3

Module 4

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EDU903 · UNIT 1 BASIC LEARNING SKILLS

Gagné (1976) defined learning as “a change in human disposition or capability, which persists over a period of time, and which is not simply ascribable to processes of growth.

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What you should be able to do

Define and explain Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Describe synchronous and asynchronous packaging of instruction
Examine computer application in learning
Outline basic programming
Identify factors influencing the use of ICT in teaching and learning

What it prepares you for

Careers

Educational Technologist
Instructional Designer
E-learning Specialist
Training Coordinator
ICT Consultant

Where it is applied

Education
Training and Development
Online Learning
Corporate Training
Government

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite
Internet
Multimedia Equipment
Programming Languages
Online Learning Platforms

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

Module 4: Basics of Programming
Unit 1: Basic Programming I
Understanding the syntax and semantics of a programming language requires a strong foundation in logical reasoning and problem-solving.
Module 4: Basics of Programming
Unit 2: Basic Programming II
Applying programming concepts to solve real-world problems requires creativity and analytical skills.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.

Week 1Module 1: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Unit 1: Basic Learning Skills · 2 hours
  Define learning. Explain the concept of learning. List factors that aid learning. Explain the relationship between ICT and learning.
Week 2Module 1: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Unit 2: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) · 2 hours
  Explain the meaning of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Describe the development of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Mention the tools that facilitate the application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Explain why Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is often preferred to Information Technology (IT). Enumerate some benefits of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
Week 3Module 1: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Unit 3: Information Technology and You · 2 hours
  Explain the five parts of an information system. Distinguish between systems software and application software. Distinguish between general purpose and special purpose application software.
Week 4Module 1: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Unit 4: Clarification of Concept I · 2 hours
  List some general terms/concepts relating to ICT. Clarify the following terms/concepts Information, Communication, Technology, Education, Learning, Information and Communication Technology. Define five of the terms/concepts of ICT discussed in this unit..
Week 5Module 1: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Unit 5: Clarification of Concept II · 2 hours
  List some computer or telecommunication related terms/concepts of ICT.. Explain or clarify the terms/concepts. Define five of the terms/concepts of ICT. Explain their relevance in ICT.
Week 6Module 2: Computer in Teaching and Learning
- Unit 1: Information and Communication Technology and Development In Computer · 2 hours
  Identify the development in Information and Communication development.. Identify the development in computer.. List the various types of computer.. List the uses of each type of computer.. State the importance of computer in Information and Communication Technology..
Week 7Module 2: Computer in Teaching and Learning
- Unit 2: Using Computer I · 2 hours
  Identify a computer system. List various components of a computer. Describe the various components of a computer.
Week 8Module 2: Computer in Teaching and Learning
- Unit 3: Using Computer II · 2 hours
  Describe the operating system of a computer. Start up a computer. Create documents. Format text. Save documents.
Week 9Module 2: Computer in Teaching and Learning
- Unit 4: Computer Technologies and Education · 2 hours
  Describe computer as a tool. Computer as Teacher, Assistant and Learner. Computer-Assisted Learning (CAL). Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI).
Week 10Module 2: Computer in Teaching and Learning
- Unit 5: Problems and Prospects of Computer In Education · 2 hours
  State some prospects of computer in education. List some problems of computer in education. Describe some challenges of computer.
Week 11Module 3: Application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Education
- Unit 1: The Internet and the World Wide Web · 2 hours
  Give the brief history of the Internet. Describe the operation of the Internet. Describe the operation of the World Wide Web. Describe the classroom use of the Internet. Mention some of the problems and pitfalls of the Internet..
Week 12Module 3: Application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Education
- Unit 2: ICT in the classroom · 2 hours
  Describe the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the classroom. Identify various ways of applying ICT in the classroom. List some benefits of ICT in the classroom.
Week 13Module 3: Application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Education
- Unit 3: ICT and Distance Education · 2 hours
  Define Distance Education. Describe the features of Distance Education. Identify the roles of ICT in Distance Education. Apply ICT in Distance Education.
- Unit 4: Evaluation of the Quality of ICT Programme in Education · 2 hours
  Define evaluation. List the criteria of evaluating an instructional material. Impact of National IT Policy on ICT Application in Education.

Preparing for the exam

What to do

Create concept maps linking key ICT concepts from Modules 1-3
Practice basic programming exercises from Module 4 weekly
Review case studies on ICT implementation in education from Module 3
Summarize the main points of each unit in your own words
Allocate specific time slots for studying each module and stick to the schedule

Questions students ask about this course

What is EDU903 about?

How many units does EDU903 have?

EDU903, Information & Communication Technology in Education, has 21 units across 4 modules, over 238 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is EDU903?

EDU903 carries 4 credit units, at 900 level in Education.

Is EDU903 hard?

EDU903 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.

How long does EDU903 take to study?

About 30 hours of study, spread across its 21 units.

How is EDU903 assessed?

EDU903 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.

What can I do with EDU903?

Educational Technologist, Instructional Designer, E learning Specialist, Training Coordinator and ICT Consultant.