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ICT in Education
ICT is used in education in a number of different ways...

 
Learning
  • CAL - Computer assisted learning. Using a computer to learn about a particular topic.
  • More attractive and interesting methods of learning eg using pictures, videos, sounds etc
  • Computerised assessments eg on-line tests.
  • Special needs learning
  • Using email to send or receive assignments, or communicate with other schools around the world.
  • Internet - for research
  • Datalogging used in eg science experiments to give more accurate readings.
Management
  • Electronic registration eg using OMR sheets
  • Pupil records on a central database
  • Creation of school timetables
  • Pupil reports can be created on computers.