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The document provides an overview of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), detailing its historical evolution, current significance, and various dimensions including computing, communication, content, and human capacity. It outlines the benefits of technology, such as job creation and business innovation, while also addressing challenges like data security and infrastructure limitations. The module aims to enhance understanding of ICT's role in society and its potential for improving human life.

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Information Communication Technology Module

The document provides an overview of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), detailing its historical evolution, current significance, and various dimensions including computing, communication, content, and human capacity. It outlines the benefits of technology, such as job creation and business innovation, while also addressing challenges like data security and infrastructure limitations. The module aims to enhance understanding of ICT's role in society and its potential for improving human life.

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Information Communication Technology (ICT)

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) plays a crucial role in modern development.
It has evolved from the invention of the first modern postal system to the telephone and the first
computers. The Industrial Revolution, which began in the 18th century, brought numerous
technological advancements that transformed agricultural societies into industrialized and
urbanized ones. During this period, ICT saw significant progress, including better printing
methods, the development of telegraph cables, and the invention of the telephone. The true
novelty of ICT during the Industrial Revolution was the emergence of technologies that
connected countries and continents in unprecedented ways.

Today, ICT continues to shape global access to information and communication. The existence
of computers, mobile phones, and the internet has revolutionized accessibility, making these
technologies more affordable for the average worker. Various services and applications, such as
video conferencing and online education, are integral to ICT's widespread impact. This module
explores the different dimensions of ICT, highlighting its benefits and challenges. It also
examines ICT's role in fostering social relationships and facilitating political movements,
demonstrating its continued relevance in the 21st century.

Module Overview

This module consists of five lessons:

 Lesson 1: Dimensions of Technology


 Lesson 2: Benefits of Technology
 Lesson 3: Identifying the Weakest Link in a System using Strategic and Intuitive
Thinking
 Lesson 4: How ICT Facilitates Social Relationships and Political Movements
 Lesson 5: Creative Interventions to Improve Human Life using ICT

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, learners should be able to:

1. Identify the enabling and inhibiting dimensions of technology.


2. Discuss the benefits of technology.
3. Explain the weakest link in a system using strategic and intuitive thinking.
4. Analyze how ICT facilitates social relationships and political movements.
5. Propose creative interventions to improve human life using ICT.

Lesson 1: Dimensions of Technology


Learning Concept
This lesson explores the nature of ICT, its dimensions, and its contributions to society. ICT
encompasses a diverse set of technological tools, including smartphones, computers, radios,
televisions, network hardware, and software. It also includes various services and applications,
such as video conferencing and distance learning, that facilitate communication and information
exchange.

ICT has profound implications for business and social service delivery. The World Summit on
the Information Society (WSIS), held in Geneva in 2003 and Tunis in 2005, aimed to enhance
people's quality of life by leveraging ICT within the broader framework of sustainable
development and human rights.

ICT is built upon four primary dimensions:

1. Computing

Computing refers to activities that use computers to manage, process, and communicate
information. It includes both hardware and software development and is an integral part of
modern industrial technology.

1.1 Transition to Broadband

Broadband refers to high-speed internet access that enables uninterrupted video streaming,
computerized stock trading, and other business transactions. To achieve national ICT-related
goals, continuous infrastructure development is essential.

1.2 Cloud Computing and the Cloud Economy

Cloud computing addresses issues like limited storage, file corruption, and high computing costs.
By connecting large systems, cloud computing provides infrastructure for computation, data
storage, and file management. Cloud services fall into three categories:

 Software as a Service (SaaS) – Internet-based applications (e.g., Google Docs,


Acrobat.com).
 Platform as a Service (PaaS) – Tools for software development (e.g., Google App
Engine, Azure Services).
 Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) – Basic computing resources (e.g., Amazon Web
Services, GoGrid).

1.3 Datafication, Data Management, and Big Data Analysis

 Datafication converts businesses into data-driven enterprises, ensuring control over data
storage, extraction, and manipulation.
 Data Management establishes policies for data lifecycle management and ensures
synchronization across systems.
 Big Data Analysis involves gathering and analyzing large-scale data for administrative
or commercial purposes.
1.4 Smart Systems

Smart systems enhance everyday devices such as smartphones, smart TVs, and smart cars. These
systems collect, process, and analyze data to optimize functionality, making them integral to
modern technology.

2. Communication

Communication technology has evolved significantly, making global connectivity easier. Mobile
telephony, Wi-Fi, and 3G/4G networks enable instant communication regardless of geographical
location.

Emerging Communication Trends

 Mobile phones serve multiple functions, including radio, camera, alarm, video player,
flashlight, and audio player.
 The widespread availability of 3G and Wi-Fi has increased mobile internet access.
 Smartphones and tablets now function as portable personal computers.

3. Content

ICT's significance is linked to its integration into traditional services like education, business,
and employment. It plays a crucial role in literacy, poverty reduction, and sustainable
development.

4. Human Capacity

Developing ICT-related skills and knowledge enables individuals to actively participate in and
benefit from technology. ICT-based education and training, including distance learning, help
improve human capacity at all levels of society.

Lesson 2: Benefits of Technology


Learning Concept

Technology provides numerous benefits, including job creation, business expansion, and
innovation. Continuous technological advancements are necessary for maintaining
competitiveness in various industries.

Key Benefits

1. Direct Job Creation – The ICT industry is a significant source of employment,


particularly in IT-enabled services, media, and computer hardware.
2. Emergence of New Services and Industries – ICT enables greater access to public
services through online platforms and has created new sectors such as the app industry.
3. Transformation of the Workforce – ICT has expanded employment opportunities,
allowing remote work and online business operations.
4. Business Innovation – Social networking platforms like Facebook, Shopee, and Lazada
serve as effective marketing and business tools.

Lesson 3: Identifying the Weakest Link in a System using


Strategic and Intuitive Thinking
Learning Concept

While ICT offers vast potential, challenges remain. Identifying the weakest links in systems is
crucial for optimizing technology use and maximizing benefits.

Challenges in ICT

 The cost of personal computers remains high for many individuals.


 Data security and privacy concerns must be addressed.
 Infrastructure limitations hinder widespread ICT adoption in some regions.

Strategic and Intuitive Thinking in ICT

Strategic thinking involves planning for long-term ICT improvements, while intuitive thinking
focuses on quick problem-solving and adaptation to technological changes.

This document serves as a comprehensive introduction to ICT, its dimensions, benefits, and
challenges. Future lessons will further explore its impact on society, social relationships, and
political movements.

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