The Role of ICT in Teaching, Learning and Assessment

The integration of ICT can support a range of teaching, learning and assessment approaches that:

• enhance learning opportunities through access to a range of resources, stimulus materials and learning tools

• provide increased opportunities for student engagement and motivation

• equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to use ICT to support 21st century learning

• support the development of effective student research and evaluation skills

• promote critical and creative thinking skills

• increase teacher and student efficiency

• develop awareness of the public nature of online activity and related responsibilities

• increase opportunities to work collaboratively, locally, nationally and globally.