OLE Nepal’s has taken a four-prong approach to implementing successful and effective ICT in Education program in schools. The introduction of computers and laptops are accompanied by the following four activities:
- Development and distribution of free and open digital educational content.
- Preparing teachers on effective integration of ICT in classroom teaching.
- Research and development of appropriate technology and network infrastructure.
- Building local capacity to monitor, support and sustain the program.
ICT-based Education is about using computers and technology as tools to enrich learning in various subjects such as English, Science and Mathematics.
Key Benefits of ICT-based Education:
- Promotes Learning by doing approach
- Enables self-paced learning
- Provides access to wide range of up-to-date learning materials
- Enriches learning through a combination of audio, video, images, text and animation
- Enhances learning through interaction and collaboration
- Provides a platform that engages students
There is a common misconception that ICT-based Education is about teaching students computer skills. ICT-based Education is about using computers and technology as tools to enrich learning in various subjects such as English, science and mathematics.