ICT Resources & Integration
ICT Resources & Integration
Resource Exploration – Hardware & Software in Computer Lab
| Category | Resource | Educational Use |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Media | CD / DVD | Offline content storage and distribution |
| Projection Tools | LCD / DLP Projector | Display lessons to whole class |
| Interactive Tools | Interactive White Board | Touch-based teaching and student engagement |
| Audio Devices | Speakers, Headphones | Audio learning materials |
| Editing Software | Audacity, OpenShot | Edit audio and video resources |
| Multimedia Tools | VLC Player, PowerPoint | Present videos and animations |
Memory Line: LAB = Hardware Tools + Multimedia Software + Digital Content
Exam Trap: Interactive boards are hardware, not software.
Web & Media Applications – Internet, Animations and Simulations
| Tool / Media | Usage |
|---|---|
| Internet | Access online learning platforms and digital libraries |
| Web Applications | Google Classroom, YouTube, DIKSHA |
| Animations | Explain difficult concepts visually |
| Simulations | Virtual labs for science and math concepts |
| Educational Media | Interactive videos, digital stories |
Memory Line: Internet + Animation + Simulation = Smart Learning
Special Education Note: Simulations help slow learners visualize abstract ideas.
Evaluation & Adoption of ICT Resources
| Evaluation Factor | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Accessibility | Usable by all students including CWSN |
| Cost Effectiveness | Affordable for schools |
| Relevance | Aligned with learning objectives |
| Ease of Use | Friendly for teachers and students |
| Scalability | Usable for different class sizes |
Memory Line: Select ICT = Accessible + Affordable + Relevant
Exam Trap: Adoption means selection + effective classroom use, not just purchase.
Pedagogical Integration of ICT in Teaching-Learning
| Integration Area | Application |
|---|---|
| Content Mapping | Relating learning topics to suitable ICT tools |
| Alternative Tools | Using digital tools as support to textbooks |
| Lesson Organization | Flipped classroom, blended learning models |
| Collaborative Learning | Using ICT for group tasks and projects |
| Inclusive Support | Assistive tools for CWSN |
Memory Line: ICT Integration = Content + Method + Tools + Inclusion
Exam Trap: ICT integration is not replacing teacher – it supports teaching.
Classroom Organization for ICT Integrated Lessons
- Arrange digital corner for group activities
- Provide clear visibility of screen for all students
- Ensure accessibility for CWSN (seating, equipment)
- Promote peer learning using ICT tools
- Balance technology and face-to-face interaction
Memory Line: Smart Classroom = Technology + Inclusion + Interaction
Special Education Focus: Seating near screen helps visually impaired and slow learners.
ICT Integration in Indian Educational Context
| Programme | Year | ICT Role |
|---|---|---|
| DIKSHA | 2017 | Digital content and teacher training |
| PM eVidya | 2020 | Remote digital education |
| Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan | 2018 | ICT infrastructure in schools |
| NEP | 2020 | Technology-based inclusive education |
Memory Line: DIKSHA + PM eVidya = Digital Education India
Exam Trap: NEP 2020 focuses on ICT for equitable access including rural and CWSN learners.