Elements of ICT policies in education
When it comes to specific policies on ICT in education, the following elements are generally included:
- How to provide personnel and funding for introducing ICTs into the educational system
- How to provide hardware in a cost effective manner, targeted student-computer rations, the configuration and placement of ICT facilities, and technical support for students and teachers
- How to build up a stock of software and provide for its creative application in teaching and learning
- How to enable teachers, ie provide them with ICT training, computer facilities, and professional support
- How to adapt the school curriculum accordingly
- How to appoint additional staff to support computers and related technology in schools
- How to provide a network infrastructure for teachers and students to gain access to knowledge and share information