When an attempt is made to take technology into schools without clearly stating how the technology is to be used, one can hardly expect success. “Doing so because it seems the right thing to do” is not enough reason to…
Before we can consider whether schools in South Africa are ready to have flipped classrooms, we must first be clear about what they are. Not everyone understands a flipped classroom in the same way. For the purpose of this discussion,…
The responses that you will receive to this question are likely to be loaded with much emotion! The facts, however, are rather simple. When teachers own a personal computer or laptop they can do more work in less time with less effort;…
Computers can’t think – teachers must think how these tools can be used to stimulate the thinking of their learners. But how can we motivate teachers to use technology at school? The following suggestions may help: ICT makes it easier…
It is possible for teachers to succeed in using technology in their classrooms. The following snippets of advice may be encouraging to them: The wise teacher who gets stuck with technology never hesitates to ask a colleague for assistance or…
So, what is this thing called ICT that principals and teachers are encouraged to use? In the field of technology many abbreviations and acronyms are used and they can be confusing particularly if you don’t know their origin. ICT is…
Can ICT can be used as a teaching tool – and more importantly, as a learning tool – in all subjects? Yes, it can! It simply calls for a teacher who understands technology tools to think up ways in which…
When teachers are introduced to technology, logical questions for them are: How does technology affect my career? Is it a threat? How will it help me in my current teaching job? Does it open up other job opportunities? Here are a few thoughts for you to…
The White Paper on e-Education, published by the former Department of Education in 2004, states the following: Every South African learner in the general and further education and training bands will be ICT capable (that is, use ICTs confidently and creatively to…
Information and communication technology (ICT) can be a valuable tool in the hands of teachers when used skillfully. ICT has great potential as a productivity tool, helping teachers to save time and energy. It is also great as a teaching…
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