EDUC 156: TECHNOLOGY FOR TEACHING AND 6) Digital Media Arts Program which builds digital media

LEARNING 1 skills for government using Open Source technologies.

Chapter 2: ICT POLICIES AND ISSUES Particularly the beneficiary agencies organizations, the
Cultural Center of the Philippines, National Commission
LESSON 3: ICT POLICIES AND ISSUES and for Culture and Arts, State Universities and local
government units.
A. What is ICT Policy? 7) ICT skills strategic plan which develops an inter-agency
o A course of action adopted and pursued by a approach to identifying strategic and policy and program
government, party, ruler, or statesman. – Oxford recommendations to address ICT skills demand-supply
Dictionary type
- A plan of action to guide decisions and
achieve outcomes All the seven programs were guided by the roadmap that
o ICT policies are needed to put a roadmap or course embeds policy statements that relate to education
of actions to be pursued and adopted by various specifically in the enhancement of human development for
governments, organizations, entities, involving ICT teaching and learning.

B. Categories of New ICT Technologies D. Implications to Teachers & Teaching

1) Information Technology 1) Guide the teachers on what they should teach that relate
o Includes the use of computers to ICT, and how to teach it.
- Computers had become indispensable to 2) Technology should never replace any human teacher.
process data and save time and effors 3) There are rules and regulations that govern the use of
o What are needed will be computer hardware and technology. Caution should be observed to protect
peripherals, software and for the user, computer individual privacy.
literacy. 4) All the issues and many more shall be part of the teaching
content as each teacher will be encouraged to use
2) Telecommunication technologies technology in teaching.
o Include telephones (with fax)
o Broadcasting of radio and television through o The learners of the 21st centure are even more
satellites advanced than some of the teachers. However,
o Telephone system, radio and TV broadcasting are learners still need guidance on how to use, regulate
needed in this category technology use.
o As there are positive and negative effects of
3) Networking technologies technology use, learners should know the difference.
o Internet – best-known networking Learners should not only known the benefits of
o It has extended to the following: technology use, but they should also know how they
- Mobile phone technology can be protected from the hazards that technology
- Voice Over Internet Protocol (VIOP) satellite brings to their lives.
communications
- Other forms of communication E. ICT Issues
o Also includes: o High cost of getting, installing, operating,
- Mobile telephones maintaining, and replacing ICT systems
- Cable o Use of unlicensed software
- DSL o Outdated hardware and software systems
- Satellite o Lack of technical support for maintenance of systems
- Broadband connectivity o Copyright infringement
- Always assume that the work is copyrighted
C. Policies of ICT - Do not copy, share or alter without seeking
permission.
1) ICT in Education Masterplan for all levels, including a - Review and retain licensing agreements
National Roadmap for Faculty Development in ICT in o Plagiarism
Education. A National Framework Plan for ICTs in Basic
Education was developed. F. ICT in Education
2) Content and application development through the Open o Schools use a diverse set of ICT tools to
Content in Education Initiative (OCEI) which converts communicate, create, disseminate, store, and
DepED materials into interactive multi-media content, manage information.
develop applications used in schools, and conduct o In some contexts, ICT has also become integral to
students and teacher’s competitions to promote the the teaching-learning interaction through such
development of education-related web content. approaches as:
3) PheDNET, is “walled” garden the hosts educational - replacing chalkboards with interactive digital
learning and teaching materials and applications for use whiteboards
by Filipino students, their parents and teachers. All public - using students’ own smartphones or other
high schools will be part of this network with only devices for learning during class time
DepEdapproved multi-media applications, materials and - the “flipped classroom” model where students
mirrored internet sites accessible from school ‘s PCs. watch lectures at home on the computer and use
4) Established Community eLearning Centers called classroom time for more interactive exercises
eSkwela for out-of-school youth (OSY) providing them o When teachers are digitally literate and trained to
with ICT-enhanced alternative education opportunities. use ICT?
5) eQuality Program for tertiary education through - These approaches can lead to higher order
partnerships with state universities and colleges (SUCs) thinking skills
to improve quality of IT education and the use of ICT in - Provide creative and individualized options for
education in the country, particularly outside of Metro students to express their understandings
Manila.
 - Leave students better prepared to deal with o Before sending kids off to work, set very clear
ongoing technological change in society and the expectations about what sites they should be
workplace accessing for an assignment.
o ICT issues planners must consider include: o It is also useful to post a list in the classroom of sites
- Considering the total cost-benefit equation that are always off-limits.
- Supplying and maintaining the requisite
infrastructure, and ensuring investments 5) Keep your files organized
o Don’t let student’s desktop become the digital
G. Why is it important to have ICT Rules for School? version of his hectic bag.
o Help inform pupils of ICT rules for school with our o Set aside a few minutes at the beginning or end of
colorful ICT rule posters, activity sheets, and working on an assignment to ensure that students
information packs. Learning ICT class rules and are saving unfinished work somewhere that they will
instructions will enable students to safely surf the be able to find it next time.
web and greatly benefit their educational journey.
o Increasingly, schools are using ICT to improve 6) Respect others
learning in other subjects. o We should never type something that you wouldn’t
o Effective use of ICT in other subjects can help pupils say out loud to someone.
to develop their independence as learners and
improve their thinking skills, creativity, and problem- 7) Log off
solving. Computers are such a useful tool for o Logging off is like the digital version of cleaning up
children, but they can also be so dangerous if they're after yourself in the classroom.
used in the wrong way. o Students need to leave the computer ready for the
o With this in mind, it's more important than ever that next user.
children understand ICT classroom rules for school. o Logging off is also important to make sure that
student work and accounts stay private.
H. What are the Advantages of Teaching ICT Class
Rules? 8) Don’t change settings
o Teaching ICT can enhance the quality of education o From upside down the screen to giant cursors, if
in several ways: there is a setting students can change on a
- By increasing learner motivation and computer, they will find it.
engagement
- By facilitating the acquisition of basic skills 9) Print only when necessary
- By enhancing teacher training o Students tend to go print-crazy if given the power to
o ICT is also a transformational tool that, when used do so. Set very clear expectations at the beginning
appropriately, can promote the shift to a learner- of the year about when it is and isn’t appropriate to
centered environment. print something out.
o By establishing your ICT class rules, children will
understand what is expected of them in the 10) Work quietly
classroom. This means that they will benefit from o Oftentimes computer work, whether it’s working on
their ICT lessons as they will learn how to: typing skills or writing an outline, requires
- Develop new, innovative ways to interact and independent concentration.
communicate with children. o Let students know what volume they should be
- Use technology safely and respectfully. working at to ensure that everyone is able to work
- Understand what algorithms are, without distraction.
- Create and debug simple programs

I. 10 Classroom Rules for Using Computers

1) Handle computers with care

o Classroom computers are an investment that you
and your school want to last. Teach kids how
computers should be handled and how they
shouldn’t be handled, and make sure students know
what the consequences are for not treating
computers with care.

2) No food or drink
o Students should never have food or drink anywhere
near computers. A food-free workspace will keep
computers clean and safe.

3) Leave your computer how you found it

o Using computers is a privilege.
o To rean that privilege, we must leave a computer and
workspace in the same state it was in when you
found it.
o If students are using a laptop cart, this means putting
the laptop in its assigned spot and making sure it’s
plugged in.

4) Surf safely
o Part of being a responsible user of technology is only
accessing appropriate sites at given times.
 Assessment drawbacks.
Lesson 3: ICT Policies and Issues C) Technology has both positive and negative
impacts, and students need to be aware of both.
1. Which of the following is a key component of D) It is not the teacher’s responsibility to educate
networking technology? students about technology.
A) Radio broadcasting 11. Which of the following is NOT a common ICT
B) Mobile phones issue in schools?
C) Fax machines A) Plagiarism
D) Printers B) Outdated hardware
2. The ICT in Education Masterplan primarily aims C) Inappropriate use of licensed software
to: D) Low cost of maintaining ICT systems
A) Promote the use of unlicensed software 12. What is the primary goal of the eSkwela
B) Replace teachers with technology program?
C) Establish a National Framework Plan for ICTs in A) To provide online courses for university students
Basic Education B) To offer ICT-enhanced alternative education
D) Reduce costs associated with educational opportunities for out-of-school youth
infrastructure C) To increase the number of licensed software in
3. What is the purpose of the Digital Media Arts schools
Program in ICT policies? D) To replace traditional teaching methods with fully
A) To teach students computer literacy digital platforms
B) To promote open-source technologies in 13. How does the use of ICT in the classroom
government agencies improve learning outcomes?
C) To replace traditional classroom teaching with A) It reduces teacher-student interaction.
digital methods B) It promotes higher-order thinking skills and
D) To establish out-of-school learning centers creativity.
4. Which of the following is an example of ICT in C) It replaces teachers with computers.
education? D) It increases the cost of education without any
A) Using textbooks for teaching benefits.
B) Replacing chalkboards with interactive digital 14. What should teachers emphasize when creating
whiteboards ICT classroom rules?
C) Assigning homework without digital tools A) Only how to use technology safely and
D) Using traditional paper exams exclusively respectfully
5. What is one of the most significant challenges B) How to avoid using technology in the classroom
in using ICT in schools? C) How to completely avoid using ICT tools
A) The inability to connect to the internet D) How to rely on textbooks over ICT tools
B) Lack of interest from teachers
C) High cost of installing and maintaining ICT II. True or False (6 items)
systems (Understanding, Applying, Analyzing)
D) Overuse of outdated textbooks 15. ICT policies in education aim to completely
6. Which ICT issue directly relates to intellectual replace traditional methods of teaching.
property? True / False
A) System updates 16. Copyright infringement is a major ICT issue that
B) Copyright infringement schools must address.
C) Telecommunication fees True / False
D) Outdated software licenses 17. The eQuality program seeks to improve ICT
7. Which of the following best describes the education and infrastructure outside of Metro
"flipped classroom" model? Manila.
A) Students use class time to watch lectures online. True / False
B) Students watch lectures at home and use class 18. Outdated hardware and software systems do
time for interactive exercises. not impact the quality of ICT education in
C) Teachers deliver lectures live to both in-person schools.
and online students simultaneously. True / False
D) Students use smartphones exclusively for all 19. Teachers should be aware of both the ethical
class activities. and practical issues related to ICT use in the
8. What is the role of PheDNET in ICT education? classroom.
A) To provide unregulated internet access in True / False
schools 20. Plagiarism and copyright infringement are both
B) To host educational learning materials and concerns when using digital resources in
applications approved by DepEd schools.
C) To offer free software licenses for teachers True / False
D) To encourage students to develop web content
without supervision
9. What is one solution to the issue of outdated
hardware and software in schools?
A) Avoid using technology in the classroom
B) Regularly upgrade systems and software
C) Rely on manual methods instead of computers
D) Use unlicensed software to save costs
10. Why is it important for teachers to guide
students on the positive and negative effects of
technology?
A) Students already know everything about
technology.
B) Technology is always beneficial with no
 EDUC 156: TECHNOLOGY FOR TEACHING AND o The framework only considers policy intent but not
LEARNING 1 the extent to which policies are realized in practice,
Chapter 2: ICT POLICIES AND ISSUES nor the impact of such policies.
o The policymakers are challenged to offer useful
LESSON 4: ICT National or International Policies and related policy guidance for rapid developments and
Regulations Applicable to Teaching and Learning innovations in the technology sector.
o SABER-ICT policy framework may find useful by
“There can be infinite uses of the computer and new-age policymakers as a means to help their country
technology, but if teachers themselves are not able to bring it benchmark the current state of related policy
into the classroom and make it work, then it fails.” – Nancy development.
Kassebaum o It can look forward to potential future policy directions
and gain inspiration from other countries.
o ICT can impact student learning when teachers are
digitally literate and understand how to integrate it There are two official documents wherein Policy on the
into the curriculum. use of ICTs in the Philippine basic education system is
o ICTs are not only an instructional means to provide articulated:
prerequisite learning activities. o The Medium-Term Development Plan of the
- They offer an exploratory space where the Philippines (MTPDP) 2004-2010
learner is in charge. o 2002 Basic Education Curriculum (BEC)
o The MTPDP states:
A. ICT National or International Policies and Regulations - ICT will be harnessed as a powerful enabler
of capacity development. It will, therefore, be
1) According to Voogt targeted directly towards specific
o The international policymakers join forces to development goals like ensuring basic
successfully implement ICT in educational practice to education for all and lifelong learning,
address the individual needs of students, the among others.
implications of technology for student assessment, o BEC stipulates the goal of Philippine primary
and teacher learning to successfully implement education
technology. - We must educate our Filipino learners to
o A National ICT Policy is a policy put into place so that filter information critically, seek credible
the government and stakeholders can have access sources of knowledge, and use data and
to information that is committed to bringing digital facts creatively so that they can survive,
technology to all individuals and communities. overcome poverty, raise their personal and
national esteem, and realize a gracious life in
2) According to Alzahrani our risky new world.
o The provision of ICT to academic staff and students
is critical to recommend them to more effective
learning environments. By overcoming the needs
and reinforcing the functional aspects, it may help
decision-makers to employ academic staff on an
investigation of the status of the developments of ICT
in improving the teaching and learning environment
in educational institutions.
o The ability of policymakers to innovate on related
policy issues outperform technological innovations
because it changes and evolves.
o Different institutions in different countries formulated
and proposed policies in various forms.
o Lack of rigorous and significant evidence
complicates the attempts to outline impactful
ICT/education policies

3) World Bank’s Systems Assessment for Education

Results (SABER)
o Attempts to document national educational
technology policies around the world and their
evolution over time.
o Policymakers try to benchmark their policies on ICT
use in education against international norms, so a
related SABER-ICT policy framework has been
developed.

B. Eight Policy Themes Around the World that are

Commonly Identified in Educational Technology Policies
(Trucano)
o Vision and planning
o ICT infrastructure
o Teachers
o Skills and competencies
o Learning resources
o Educational Management Information System
(EMIS)
o Monitoring and evaluation
o Equity, inclusion, and safety
 EDUC 156: TECHNOLOGY FOR TEACHING AND o Most pop-ups are legitimate, but in some cases
LEARNING 1 clicking on them can initiate a download of
Chapter 2: ICT POLICIES AND ISSUES ransomware or virus.
o Pop-ups, for example, may claim your computer
LESSON 5: Safety Issues in ICT: Policies, Guidelines, is infected with a virus. It will tell you that you need
and Procedures to download software to clean your system. That
software will in fact be malware or a virus.
Technology has spawned numerous security risks such as o A twist on this ruse: Apop-upclaiming to be from your
phishing, social engineering, and pretexting. Knowing Internet service provider says your computer has a
about these risks is already half the battle when trying to avoid virus and invites you to call a service number to deal
them. with the problem. You may then be asked to provide
identifying information or your credit card number.
A. Most Common Technology Security Risks
5) Outsourced IT services
1) Phishing o While many cloud service providers have good
o The use of fraudulent emails or phone calls to get Internet security, not all of them do. You can be at risk
sensitive information such as: if the provider has poor security, leaving your data
- bank account numbers vulnerable to an attack.
- credit card information o Depending on your agreement with the provider, their
- passwords. liability may be limited to your monthly fee and may
o A type of social engineering not cover business interruption losses. If the provider
- An attack that uses misrepresentation to get suffers an attack, you may also be liable for
sensitive information compromises of customer data.
o Businesses face similar risks if they contract outside
technicians to service their IT needs. You could be
vulnerable if IT personnel have poor training or don’t
follow best practices.

6) Wifi and remote work

o A poorly secured wifi system can leave your
business vulnerable to a hacker within range of your
network.
o A hacker could gain sensitive information, damage
your systems or install ransomware.

7) Passwords
o Badly chosen employee passwords can increase
2) Pretexting your company’s exposure to security risks. Many
o Involves the creation of fake identity or scenario to problems occur when employees choose passwords
fool a person into disclosing information that are easily guessed by unauthorized people.
- For example, a fraudster may email or call your
company claiming to be a supplier, survey firm, 8) Old Equipment
municipal inspector or insurance company to get o Disposing of old devices improperly can hand
sensitive data. A pretext attacker could also someone else all your business information. If
pose as a computer technician responding to a information is very sensitive, deleting data or
call for service to access your network. formatting the hard drive isn’t enough. You may want
o Fraudsters may ask for little bits of information to go as far as physically destroying the computer or
that don’t raise red flags, but over time, bit by bit, hiring an expert to do so.
they’re trying to build a profile that could let them
steal your identity. B. Contemporary Technology Issues
3) Malware 1) Cybercrime
o Malicious software o The use of a computer network, especially the
o Any software that has a harmful intent. internet, for crime
o It may steal or corrupt your business information, a) Cyberbullying
cause systems to fail or secretly record your - The use of technological communication
computer activity. tools and devices to intentionally inflict harm
o Infects a computer following a phishing attack. on an individual or group.
b) Cyberterrorism
a) Ransomware - The convergence of terrorism and
- Software that blocks access to computers or cyberspace, particularly the politically
files until a ransom is paid. motivated sabotage of information systems.
- In May 2017, a massive ransomware attack c) Computer Virus
affected more than 100,000 organizations in at - A short program designed to disperse copies of
least 150 countries, costing billions of dollars. itself to other computers and disrupt those
b) Computer Virus computers’ normal operations.
- A program designed to replicate through the d) Hacking
Internet, damaging programs, deleting files or - Unauthorized access to computer systems,
tying up system resources. either for fun or for malicious or fraudulent
purposes.
4) Online pop-ups e) Identity Theft
o Appears while you’re browsing the Internet - Identity theft is one of the faster growing crimes
o A window that opens when you visit a website of the new millennium.
2) Information Access distribution of protected material such as
o Refers to the ability to keep watch on how computer software, video games, music, or
governments govern and the right to peruse freely movies.
the facts and figures that officials have collected
about everything from annual rainfall to budget
expenditures to criminal records.
a) Wikileaks
- An online, nonprofit organization that collects
and publishes secret and classified documents
from governments and organizations of various
kinds, WikiLeaks was founded in 2006 by
Australian-born Internet activist Julian Assange

3) Social Issues
a) Digital Divide
- Refers to the disparity between those that have
access to information and communication
technology (ICT) and those that do not.
b) Internet Addiction
- Specialists estimate that between 6% and 14%
of Internet users in the United States have a
destructive dependency on the Web and that the
vast majority of these people do not realize they
have a problem.
c) Knowledge Gap Hypothesis
- Proposed that the segments of a population that
have higher socioeconomic status (SES) tend to
acquire information flowing from the media at a
faster rate than do segments with lower status
and that the gap in knowledge between these
segments tends to increase rather than
decrease over time.

4) Privacy and Data Security

a) Privacy
- Concern has arisen in recent years that modern
computer technology may alter the balance of
power between individuals, corporations, and
the government in ways that compromise
privacy.
b) Computers and Privacy
- Computer technology can affect privacy in a
number of ways.
c) Data Security
- In the Internet age, data security has become of
paramount importance because of the literally
millions of users in cyberspace who might,
accidentally or otherwise, invade and
compromise the integrity of data on the
computer calling into the Net.

5) Piracy and Copyright

a) File Sharing
- Copying of digital files from one computer to
another, usually over a network of the Internet.
b) Intellectual Property
- Intellectual property is knowledge or expression
owned by an individual or a corporate entity.
Intellectual property consists of three customary
domains: copyright, patent, and trademark.
c) Napster, Inc.
- Napster is the name of an Internet music
company and of a real-time system by which
Internet users can locate the MP3 files (a
standard technology and format for
compressing a sound sequence into a very
small file) of other users.
d) Open Source Software
- Free and open source software (F/OSS) is
emerging as a promising alternative to
proprietary software.
e) Piracy (Copyright)
- Piracy of intellectual property refers to the
unauthorized use, reproduction, and/or
 Assessment B) Social Engineering
LESSON 5: Safety Issues in ICT: Policies, Guidelines, C) Hacking
and Procedures D) Cyberterrorism
2. What is pretexting?
I. Identification (20 items) A) Using a virus to disrupt a network
(Remembering technical terms) B) Creating a false identity to gather sensitive
A. The use of fraudulent emails or phone calls to information
obtain sensitive information such as passwords and C) Copying files from another computer
bank account details. D) Disposing of old equipment improperly
Answer: ____________________ 3. What type of malware blocks access to systems
B. A method where an attacker creates a fake identity until a ransom is paid?
or scenario to deceive someone into revealing A) Computer Virus
confidential information. B) Spyware
Answer: ____________________ C) Ransomware
C. Malicious software that blocks access to files or D) Trojan Horse
systems until a ransom is paid. 4. Which of the following is an example of poor
Answer: ____________________ password security?
D. A computer program designed to replicate itself, A) Using complex and unique passwords
damage programs, or delete files. B) Frequently changing passwords
Answer: ____________________ C) Using easily guessed passwords
E. Windows that appear while browsing the Internet D) Two-factor authentication
and may initiate malware downloads. 5. What should businesses do to avoid malware
Answer: ____________________ infections from pop-ups?
F. A poorly secured wireless system that can expose a A) Download any software that appears in a pop-up
business to hackers. B) Click on pop-ups that warn about viruses
Answer: ____________________ C) Ignore and close suspicious pop-ups
G. The act of obtaining sensitive information from old D) Provide credit card information when asked by
devices improperly disposed of. pop-ups
Answer: ____________________ 6. Which of the following is a risk when using
H. The act of using technological communication tools outsourced IT services?
to intentionally harm individuals online. A) Increased security from cloud services
Answer: ____________________ B) Guaranteed protection from hackers
I. Unauthorized access to computer systems, often for C) Vulnerability if the provider has poor security
malicious purposes. practices
Answer: ____________________ D) Unlimited liability coverage for data breaches
J. A crime where a person’s personal information is 7. Cyberbullying is an example of:
stolen to assume their identity. A) Identity Theft
Answer: ____________________ B) Cybercrime
K. The disparity between individuals who have access C) Malware
to ICT and those who do not. D) Phishing
Answer: ____________________ 8. Unauthorized access to a computer system for
L. A destructive dependency on the Internet, where fun or malicious purposes is called:
users are unaware of their problem. A) Phishing
Answer: ____________________ B) Hacking
M. A hypothesis that suggests people with higher C) Pretexting
socioeconomic status acquire media information D) Social Engineering
faster than those with lower status. 9. Which of the following refers to the intentional
Answer: ____________________ sabotage of information systems for political
N. Unauthorized copying of digital files from one purposes?
computer to another, usually over the Internet. A) Cyberbullying
Answer: ____________________ B) Hacking
O. A form of intellectual property consisting of C) Cyberterrorism
copyright, patent, and trademark. D) Phishing
Answer: ____________________ 10. The digital divide refers to:
P. The practice of sharing MP3 files over a network A) A disparity between technology users and non-
through a real-time system. users
Answer: ____________________ B) Sharing files over the Internet
Q. An alternative to proprietary software that is free C) A hacking technique
and open for public use. D) Online piracy
Answer: ____________________ 11. Which organization is known for publishing
R. The unauthorized use and reproduction of secret government documents online?
intellectual property without permission. A) WikiLeaks
Answer: ____________________ B) Napster
S. An organization that collects and publishes secret C) Google
and classified government documents. D) Facebook
Answer: ____________________ 12. Which type of software is free to use and can be
T. A politically motivated act of sabotaging information modified by users?
systems to cause disruption. A) Proprietary Software
Answer: ____________________ B) Malware
C) Open Source Software
II. Multiple Choice (20 items) D) Ransomware
(Understanding, Applying, Analyzing) 13. Identity theft is considered what type of crime?
1. Phishing is an example of what kind of attack? A) Cyberterrorism
A) Malware B) Cybercrime
 C) Malware infection
D) Pretexting
14. The Knowledge Gap Hypothesis suggests that:
A) All socioeconomic groups acquire information
equally
B) Lower socioeconomic groups acquire information
faster
C) Higher socioeconomic groups acquire
information faster
D) No one is affected by the media
15. File sharing often violates:
A) Malware protection
B) Copyright laws
C) Password security
D) Data security

III. True or False (10 items)

(Understanding basic concepts)
1. Phishing involves sending fake emails to gather
sensitive information.
True / False
2. Ransomware allows users to access their
computers without paying a fee.
True / False
3. A computer virus is a type of social engineering
attack.
True / False
4. Pop-ups are always harmless and legitimate.
True / False
5. Old equipment must be properly disposed of to
avoid data theft.
True / False
6. Cyberterrorism involves the politically motivated
sabotage of information systems.
True / False
7. Internet addiction is a recognized problem for some
users.
True / False
8. Open-source software requires payment for use
and cannot be modified.
True / False
9. The digital divide refers to the gap in access to
technology between different socioeconomic
groups.
True / False
10. Cyberbullying is a minor issue that does not cause
harm.
True / False
 EDUC 156: TECHNOLOGY FOR TEACHING AND 8) Streamline School Administration
LEARNING 1 o School management erp software utilizes ICT to
Chapter 2: ICT POLICIES AND ISSUES automate administrative tasks such as attendance
tracking, grade management, and communication
LESSON 6: Uses of ICT Policies in Teaching and with parents.
Learning in Basic Education
9) Supporting Students with Diverse Needs
A. 10 Powerful Uses of ICT in Education: Transforming o ICT offers a range of assistive technologies for
Learning for the Digital Age students with disabilities.
o Text-to-speech software, screen readers, and
1) Enhanced Engagement and Interaction specialized educational software can help bridge
o ICT tools like interactive whiteboards, educational learning gaps and ensure inclusive education for all.
apps, and online simulations allow students to
actively participate in the learning process. 10) Breaking Down Geographical Barriers
o They can manipulate virtual objects, visualize o ICT enables the development of online learning
complex concepts, and collaborate with peers in real- platforms and virtual classrooms.
time, fostering a deeper understanding and boosting o This allows students from different locations,
motivation. backgrounds, and time zones to connect and learn
together.
2) Personalized Learning o It fosters global collaboration and cultural
o ICT caters to individual learning styles and paces. understanding, preparing students for an
o Online learning platforms and adaptive learning increasingly interconnected world.
software can tailor educational content to a student’s
strengths and weaknesses, offering targeted practice B. Optimizing ICT Use in Education: Strategies for
and differentiated instruction. Success
o This ensures every student receives the support they o Focus on Learning Outcomes
need to thrive. - Technology is a powerful tool, but it’s the
learning outcomes that matter most. Carefully
3) Access to a World of Information evaluate tools and strategies based on their
o The internet provides a vast library of educational effectiveness in achieving desired learning
resources at students’ fingertips. goals.
o They can access educational websites, ebooks, o Teacher Training and Support
documentaries, and research articles, enriching their - Provide ongoing training and support for
understanding beyond textbooks. educators to develop their ICT skills and
o Teachers can curate online resources to supplement confidence in using technology effectively in the
lessons and encourage students to become classroom.
independent learners. o Equity and Accessibility
- Ensure all students have equitable access to
4) Fostering Collaboration and Communication technology and the necessary support to use it
o ICT tools like online forums, collaborative platforms, effectively. This may involve addressing
and video conferencing software facilitate teamwork infrastructure limitations and providing training
and communication among students. for students with diverse needs.
o They can work together on projects, share ideas, and o Digital Citizenship and Safety
engage in discussions remotely, fostering valuable - Integrate digital citizenship lessons into the
collaboration skills essential for the 21st century curriculum to equip students with the skills to
workforce. navigate the online world responsibly and safely.
o Data-Driven Decisions
5) Gamification in Education - Leverage data collected through ICT tools to
o Games are no longer just leisure activities. track student progress, identify areas for
o Gamification in education incorporating game improvement, and tailor instruction to individual
mechanics like points, badges, and leaderboards needs.
into the learning process. o Collaboration and Sharing
o This approach can transform mundane tasks into - Encourage collaboration among teachers to
engaging experiences, boosting student motivation share best practices and successful ICT
and knowledge retention. integration strategies.

6) Effective Assessment and Feedback Examples of Effective ICT Integration

o ICT tools offer a variety of assessment methods o Virtual Reality Field Trips
beyond traditional pen-and-paper tests. - Immerse students in historical landmarks,
o Online quizzes, polls, and interactive activities museums, or even the depths of the ocean with
provide educators with real-time data on student virtual reality technology, bringing abstract
learning progress. concepts to life.
o This allows for immediate feedback and adjustments o Flipped Classrooms
to teaching strategies, ensuring optimal learning - ICT allows prerecorded lectures and resources
outcomes. to be delivered online, freeing up classroom time
for interactive activities, discussions, and
7) Promoting Digital Literacy Skills personalized instruction.
o In today’s digital world, it’s crucial for students to o Project-Based Learning with Global
develop essential digital literacy skills. Collaboration
o ICT integration allows them to learn how to navigate - Students can collaborate on projects with peers
the internet responsibly, evaluate information from across the globe using online platforms,
sources critically, and use technology effectively for fostering cultural understanding and
learning and communication. communication skills.
o Student-Created Content
 - Encourage students to use technology to create
presentations, podcasts, or videos to showcase
their learning and develop digital content
creation skills.

C. The Future of ICT in Education

1) Artificial Intelligence
o AI-powered tutors and personalized learning
platforms can adapt to individual learning styles and
provide targeted support.

2) Augmented Reality (AR)

o AR overlays can transform classrooms into
interactive learning environments, allowing students
to interact with virtual objects and visualize complex
concepts.

3) The Internet of Things (IoT)

o Connecting classroom devices and sensors to the
internet can create a dynamic learning ecosystem,
allowing for real-time data collection and analysis.
 Assessment a) Providing free textbooks
LESSON 6: Uses of ICT Policies in Teaching and b) Improving classroom management
Learning in Basic Education c) Ensuring equity and accessibility
d) Reducing technology use
Multiple Choice Questions 12. Which innovative ICT tool allows students to
1. What is one of the key benefits of using ICT explore historical landmarks through virtual
tools like interactive whiteboards in education? experiences?
a) Limiting student interaction a) Augmented Reality
b) Allowing for passive learning b) Virtual Reality
c) Enhanced engagement and interaction c) Traditional documentaries
d) Reducing collaboration d) IoT Sensors
2. Which ICT concept refers to tailoring 13. Which technology in education involves
educational content to meet the needs of students watching lectures online and engaging
individual learners? in interactive activities in the classroom?
a) Fostering Collaboration a) Gamification
b) Personalized Learning b) Augmented Reality
c) Gamification c) Flipped Classrooms
d) Digital Literacy d) Personalized Learning
3. Which ICT tool allows students to access a wide 14. How can teachers use data collected through
range of educational resources beyond ICT tools to improve student learning?
textbooks? a) Ignore the data
a) Local libraries b) Use it for grading only
b) Internet c) Make data-driven decisions to tailor instruction
c) Group projects d) Use it solely for disciplinary purposes
d) Teacher handouts 15. Which futuristic ICT technology adapts to a
4. ICT platforms that allow students to work on student's learning style and provides targeted
group projects remotely help to develop which support?
essential skill? a) Augmented Reality
a) Digital Citizenship b) Artificial Intelligence
b) Collaboration and Communication c) Virtual Reality
c) Internet Addiction d) Flipped Classroom Tools
d) Personalization 16. ICT is instrumental in promoting which crucial
5. Incorporating game mechanics like points and skill, enabling students to navigate the online
badges into lessons is referred to as: world safely and responsibly?
a) Adaptive Learning a) Digital Citizenship
b) Gamification b) Problem-Solving
c) Augmented Reality c) Memorization
d) Flipped Classroom d) Physical Dexterity
6. ICT can assist teachers in monitoring students’ 17. What is the primary focus when integrating
progress and providing real-time feedback technology into education?
through which method? a) Using the newest devices
a) Printed quizzes b) Achieving desired learning outcomes
b) Online quizzes and polls c) Reducing teacher workload
c) Group projects d) Enhancing entertainment
d) Class discussions 18. What type of learning allows students to work
7. What essential skill does ICT help students on projects with peers globally, fostering
develop when they learn to critically evaluate cultural understanding?
online information sources? a) Personalized Learning
a) Basic computer skills b) Project-Based Learning with Global Collaboration
b) Memorization c) Gamification
c) Digital Literacy d) Adaptive Learning
d) Physical activity 19. A key component of successful ICT use is
8. Which of the following is a benefit of ICT for providing teachers with which of the following?
students with disabilities? a) Limited classroom time
a) Interactive Whiteboards b) Continuous training and support
b) Gamification c) More students per class
c) Assistive Technologies d) Fewer digital tools
d) Social Media Platforms 20. Which future technology can enhance
9. Which ICT tool allows schools to automate classroom learning by overlaying virtual objects
tasks such as attendance tracking and grade in real-world settings?
management? a) Virtual Reality
a) Educational Apps b) Artificial Intelligence
b) School Management ERP Software c) Augmented Reality
c) Flipped Classroom Tools d) The Internet of Things
d) Collaborative Platforms
10. Breaking down geographical barriers in
education is achieved through the use of:
a) Traditional textbooks
b) Online learning platforms
c) Group projects
d) Local library systems
11. What strategy is essential for the successful
use of ICT in education to ensure all students
have access to technology?