Educational Technology, Innovation and Habitus

2010 ◽  
pp. 72-91
Author(s):  
Larry McNutt
Keyword(s):  
Educational Technology ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Educational Technologist ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Modern Life ◽  
Higher Education System ◽  
Ict Infrastructure

Information and communications technology has radically transformed many aspects of modern life. However, this is in marked contrast to its impact on education. The purpose of this chapter is to explore why educational technology has done little to transform our higher education system. This is in spite of the emergence of the formal role of educational technologist, the improved ICT infrastructure and the evolving recognition of the importance of teaching and learning within the sector. Yet it is also apparent that within a given academic community there are many individually motivated innovators, i.e. those characterised by their willingness to experiment with new approaches and embrace change. Whilst there are also many who resist and avoid any possible alterations (or interference) in how they teach their subject matter.This chapter will argue that Bourdieu’s concepts of habitus and field could provide a suitable lens to investigate why this apparent dichotomy has developed. This will involve a review of what we mean by educational technology; a broad look at the characteristics of innovators in other domains and to consider how applicable their experiences are to education. Finally, I will propose that rather than identifying and classifying shared characteristics of innovators it would be more valuable to examine and capture the innovative educator’s habitus.

scholarly journals Objetos de aprendizagem no contexto escolar

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Ventura Damaceno ◽  
Rosimeire Martins Régis Dos Santos
Keyword(s):  
Educational Technology ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
School Context ◽  
Learning Objects ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
New Information ◽  
Technological Resource ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Classroom Education

Resumo: Na procura de novas alternativas para o processo de ensino e aprendizagem mais atrativo e inovador e diante de um novo perfil de alunos, será proposto o uso de objetos de aprendizagem no contexto escolar.  Esse recurso tecnológico, que pode ser usado várias vezes, assumindo diferentes objetivos, é muito conhecido na educação a distância, sendo indicado também na educação presencial. A escola de hoje está vivendo uma nova realidade: a inserção das novas tecnologias da informação e comunicação (TIC). Nesse sentido, os educadores também devem estar atualizados perante esse novo cenário.  E, em conformidade com autores da área, em um levantamento bibliográfico, indicar-se-á o que é esse recurso tecnológico, suas principais características e onde poderá ser localizado. Palavras-chave: Objetos de aprendizagem. Tecnologia Educacional. Metodologia de Ensino e Aprendizagem. Repositórios. Tecnologia da Informação e Comunicação. LEARNING OBJECTS IN THE SCHOOL CONTEXT Abstract: In the search of new alternatives to the teaching and learning process more attractive and innovative in face of a new profile of students, we present the possibility of the use of learning objects in the school context. This technological resource that can be used several times, assuming different goals, well known in distance learning and also it is indicated to classroom education. Nowadays, the school has a new reality, the insertion of new ICT (information and communications technology). In this sense, the educators must also be updated on this new reality. In according to the authors of this area, in a literature review, we point out the results of the search that the learning objects can assist the process of teaching and learning, serving as an aid to educators who seek to be “tuned” to this new information and communication society. Keywords: Learning Objects. Educational technology. Teaching and Learning Methods. Repository. Information and Communications Technology. .

scholarly journals Revitalization of the Role of Recently Madrasah Teacher: Modern Learning Perspective and Utilization of ICT in the Globalization Era

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 169
Author(s):  
Agus Purwowidodo
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Abstract Concepts ◽  
Modern Learning ◽  
Global Arena

Abstract The era of globalization requires strength of human resources (HR) formidable and qualified to play in the global arena. Teaching and learning scenario need to be prepared carefully in a learning curriculum to improve the quality standards of education, efforts to the implementation of technology, especially information and communications technology (ICT) in the learning system at the school by using the internet in teaching and learning is expected to be able to be implemented more easily, quickly, efficiently, and effectively. By utilizing of ICT teachers can create animations or simulations to help students learn abstract concepts, dynamic, and complex. Students can learn, by identifying, developing, organizing, and using all sorts of learning resources. Madrasah teachers also no longer are used as the only one reference of all knowledge but rather as a facilitator or consultant in the learning process and Results in Madrasah. Keywords: Revitalization, Teachers, ICT, Madrasah Abstrak Era globalisasi mempersyaratkan sebuah kekuatan sumberdaya manusia (SDM) yang tangguh dan mumpuni untuk bermain dalam percaturan global. Skenario mengajar dan belajar perlu disiapkan secara matang dalam sebuah kurikulum pembelajaran untuk meningkatkan standart mutu pendidikan, upaya penerapan teknologi khususnya teknologi informasi komunikasi (ICT) di dalam sistem pembelajaran di madrasah dengan menggunakan internet diharapkan proses belajar mengajar dapat dilaksanakan lebih mudah, cepat, efisien, dan efektif. Dengan memanfaatkan ICT guru bisa membuat animasi atau simulasi untuk memudahkan siswa mempelajari konsep yang abstrak, dinamis, serta kompleks, siswa dapat belajar, dengan cara mengidentifikasi, mengembangkan, mengorganisasi, serta menggunakan segala macam sumber belajar. Guru madrasah juga tidak lagi dijadikan satu­ satunya rujukan semua pengetahuan tetapi lebih sebagai fasilitator atau konsultan dalam proses dan hasil pembelajaran di madrasah.   Kata Kunci: Revitalisasi, Guru, ICT, Madrasah

Annual review of research

2003 ◽  
Vol 36 (3) ◽  
pp. 165-189 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Johnstone
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Present Review ◽  
Annual Review ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Pedagogical Practice ◽  
Separate Section ◽  
Important Trend ◽  
The Impact

The present review refers to studies published in 2002 in leading research journals. It focuses in particular on learning, teaching and policy in respect of second, modern foreign or additional languages. The comments offered about particular studies are not intended to summarise them (for that, it is best to refer to the actual abstracts which the present journal publishes). What is on offer is a personal selection made because some aspect of a particular article seemed to be of particular interest or to reflect an important trend, and I have attempted to link such elements together to form a narrative. Compared with previous years, two important themes seemed to gather particular momentum in 2002: first, the role of ‘frequency’ in acquisition; and second, the impact of complex and contradictory global factors on everyday pedagogical practice, thinking and attitudes. As in previous years reference is made to the abstracts. Thus, Tarone (2002: 03-158) refers to an article by Tarone published in 2002 and reflected in the 2003 series of this journal as abstract 158. In previous years I have discussed ICT (information and communications technology) in a separate section of its own but this has now been integrated into other sections, reflecting a process of ‘normalisation’.

scholarly journals Use of ICT to Enhance the Learning Process in Higher Education

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 97-102
Author(s):  
Chetlal Prasad ◽  
Pushpa Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Teaching Learning

ICTs in Education refers to the development of information and communications technology specifically for teaching/learning purposes, while the ICTs in education involves the adoption of general components of information and communication technologies in the teaching learning process. The National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NME-ICT), launched in 2009 by the Central Government. Let’s see how Information and Communication Technology (ICT) evolved the Higher Education system: The role of ICT in higher education, what students learn, The role of ICT in Higher Education, how Students Learn, The role of ICT in Higher Education, when students learn, The role of ICT in higher education, where students learn. Online courses, development of e-content, e-learning, digital libraries, online encyclopaedias, journals, and books would promote learning and make knowledge available to all irrespective of the distance or location or financial resources. Government intervention is necessary so that ICT can be made successful in higher education. Information and Communications Technology (ICT) has the proven power to change the world. This acronym refers to the merging of audiovisual and telephone networks with the computer single unified system of cabling.

Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and Agricultural Extension in Developing Countries

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
David Spielman ◽  
Els Lecoutere ◽  
Simrin Makhija ◽  
Bjorn Van Campenhout
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Agricultural Extension ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Annual Review ◽  
Publication Date ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Impact Pathways ◽  
Methodological Rigor ◽  
Multiple Impact

With new possibilities offered by information and communications technology (ICT), an abundance of products, services, and projects has emerged with the promise of revitalizing agricultural extension in developing countries. However, a growing body of evidence suggests that not all ICT-enabled extension approaches are equally effective in improving adoption, productivity, income, or welfare outcomes. In this review, we explore various conceptual and methodological threads in the literature on ICT-enabled extension in developing countries. We examine the role of multiple impact pathways, highlighting how ICTs influence behaviors and preferences, gender and intrahousehold dynamics, spillovers, and public worker incentives. We also explore the opportunities presented by ICT-enabled extension for increasing the methodological rigor with which extension outcomes are identified. These conceptual and methodological insights—coupled with empirical evidence from prior studies—offer direction for several lines of policy-relevant research on ICT-enabled extension. Expected final online publication date for the Annual Review of Resource Economics, Volume 13 is October 2021. Please see http://www.annualreviews.org/page/journal/pubdates for revised estimates.

E-Documents and E-Signatures in Tanzania

2012 ◽  
pp. 90-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ubena John
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Legal Status ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Literature Analysis ◽  
Ict Infrastructure ◽  
The Government

This chapter analyses the use of e-Documents and e-Signatures in Tanzania with a view of establishing their legal status, applicability, and the future of such technologies in e-Government systems. That is important as Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is widely employed in Tanzania. Moreover, the development and application of information systems is influenced by law. Therefore, the problem investigated is twofold: First, legal status, validity, and admissibility of e-Documents and e-Signatures in evidence in Tanzania are questioned. Second, the challenges facing the establishment of e-Government in Tanzania are explored. The chapter is a qualitative study, i.e. library- and desk-based research. Various literatures focusing on e-Documents and e-Signatures are reviewed, analysed, and evaluated so as to draw a conclusion on the relevancy of e-Documents and e-Signatures in the e-Government projects in Tanzania. The literature analysis conducted found that there is a lack of legal framework to recognize e-Documents and e-Signatures compounded with poor ICT infrastructure in Tanzania. This scenario puts e-Government endeavours at risk. It is recommended that the government should enact the laws to recognise e-Documents and e-Signatures to boost e-Commerce as well as e-Government.

The Value of Information Systems to Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

2011 ◽  
pp. 1639-1666 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan J. Winter ◽  
Connie Marie Gaglio ◽  
Hari K. Rajagopalan
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Purchase Decisions ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Role Of Information ◽  
Customers Perspective

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face more serious challenges to their survival than do larger firms. To succeed, SMEs must establish and maintain credibility in the marketplace to attract the resources required for survival. Most co-opt legitimacy by mimicking the cues that signal credibility to convince potential stakeholders that something stands behind their promises. This research examines the role of information and communications technology (ICT) in legitimacy-building from the perspective of both SME founders and customers. In-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted in a variety of industries to determine whether the ICT-related legitimacy schema from the customers’ perspective differs substantially from that of firm founders. Results indicate that customers compare the ICT information provided in SME’s sales pitches to pre-existing ICT expectations about the nature of desirable sales transactions. We describe the relationship between violations of ICT expectations, legitimacy, and purchase decisions. Implications for theory and practice are discussed.

The Role of Ugandan Public Universities in Promoting Accessible Information and Communications Technology

2021 ◽  
pp. 322-340
Author(s):  
Patrick Ojok
Keyword(s):  
Public Universities ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Persons With Disabilities ◽  
Accessible Information ◽  
Ict Infrastructure ◽  
Laws And Policies

Information and communications technology is indispensable for many aspects of life. Information and communications technology design, however, often overlooks the needs of users with disabilities. And even when accessible apps are available for purchase, they can be unaffordable for individuals and institutions in developing countries. Information and communications technology (ICT) is a legislative priority in Uganda, but little is known about the availability and use of accessible ICT services by persons with disabilities in its public universities. Hence, this cross-sectional survey explored the use of accessible ICT by 32 teaching and non-teaching staff in four public Ugandan universities. Positively, findings revealed that most of the staff were aware of national ICT laws and policies. Yet the provision of accessible ICT services remains low, with the most available accessible ICT services being the establishment of separate ICT laboratories; library environments; e-learning platforms; and payment systems. The major barriers to accessible ICT services in the universities were insufficient provision of computers; outdated computers; not enough internet-connected computers; dearth of technical support; meager ICT skills; and meager space. The findings reveal a clear need for collaboration on ICT infrastructure to ensure availability, accessibility, and affordability of ICT for persons with disabilities in higher-education institutions in Uganda.

ICT in Direct Democracy

2015 ◽  
pp. 129-137
Author(s):  
Stavros Amanatidis ◽  
Olga Eirini Palla
Keyword(s):  
Direct Democracy ◽  
Political Power ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Power Structures ◽  
Strong Function ◽  
Division Of Powers ◽  
The People ◽  
Technological Developments

This chapter presents and analyzes the use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in public participation and more specificly in e-referenda as an aspect of direct democratic participation. It aims to explain the correlation between ICT and e-referenda. Referendum, used as an instrument to accept or deny a proposed political decision, has a strong function of controlling political power and securing the openness of political power structures. It serves as an instrument of division of powers and opens roads to opposition outside parliament. In general, it provides the people with veto positions (Schiller, 2003, p. 12). By presenting the evolvement of the ICT and the technological developments that resulted an impact on the way democracy is being exercised in the modern societies, there is an attempt to provide ideas and solutions on the use of e-referenda in modern democracies. The dangers, the advantages, and the disadvantages of the use of ICT in democracy are presented and analysed as well. All these issues are being discussed, as this chapter tries to give a clear and objective perspective regarding the role of e-democracy and the problems that come along with its implementation.

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