The Impact of Icts on Students Academic Performance at University

Today, we are so accustomed and dependent on technology to communicate and inform our world (Bentley, 2014). According to Australian Bureau of Statistics (2017) Australia has a population of 24.7 million people, only 14.2 million of those people have access to the internet. That means that over ten million people in Australia, a young but well-developed country don’t have access to the internet. Nicholas Negroponte created a non for profit initiative called one laptop per child, in hope to continue to minimise the digital divide, this initiative has now rolled out in Ethiopia, Mongolia, Peru, Mexico, Rwanda and more. Technology is such a big part of our education system so what happens when some of our students don’t have access to basic

The future of education is brighter than ever because technology continues to evolve and develop. Because of so many advancements, education is now available to more individuals throughout the world. Education can now be offered to not just a few privileged in the populated communities, but connects people of all statuses from all over the globe.There are several advancements in technology that have drastically changed education. Perhaps one of the factors that has influenced education the most might be the availability of devices. Inexpensive mobile phones now have more power and potential than desktops of just a few years ago (Solomon and Schrum, 2014). Not only do they have more power and potential, but they are also more convenient

ICT is a valuable tool for supporting the learning as it extends teaching and learning in many ways. It allows teaches and pupils to use visual and auditory media to extend learning and encourage pupils to become actively involved.

Information communication technology (ICT) helps to learn theoretic development discoveries, treatment and support techniques for education and curriculum. It gives teachers, higher level teaching assistant (HLTA) and children access to educational resources from around the globe anytime and day. While using ICT, children learn concepts, history, ideas, theories and practices across culture when it is use in their classroom. HLTA and teachers however have to know how and why they are using ICT and incorporate the concepts in: social responsibility, creativity, communication, culture sensitivity, decision making technology application and usage. According to Andrews et al. (2006, p.5) “ICT has been defined as including stand-alone computers, networked technologies with a multimodal interface, mobile phones with the capacity for a range of types of communication, and other technologies that allow multimodal and interactive communication.”

Education is among the sectors that have benefited the most from the advent of modern technology, and especially information and communication technology (ICT). Traditional education systems faced many challenges and huge limitations at delivery, in practice, and in application. Tools of education such as chalk, blackboard, books, classrooms, laboratory items, and so on, were mostly manual and cumbersome. Even the structure of the traditional literature content, and pedagogy was a challenge to both the teacher and the learner.

This review is designed to analyze the effects of digital learning tools on the academic performance of students. Also, to help inform the development of strategies for digital learning and teaching by providing proofs and evidences of how and why digital learning and teaching can benefit student learners, teachers, and the institution.

In a review of the literature, recurrent ideas appeared in the research articles reviewed. These ideas include technology as part of education has a conclusive and encouraging impact on students, students demonstrated a greater level of learning and expanded productivity with the use of technology. Both educationalists and students felt technology added significance to their learning experiences. The addition of online education was cost effective as well as advantageous to the learning process. Technology caused teachers to be better teachers. Because of the wealth of information previously only available to students at a prestigious university, teachers are required to keep their assignments relative and backed by this knowledge. Students can out research the teacher on many occasions and

While some argue that there is an overall negative impression that technology will leave on education if implemented, there are many cases in which technology can not only improve the lives of children in school, but also allow an overall improvement in higher education and the student’s professional life. A significant argument for the use of technology in schools is that it enhances education for those with learning disabilities. According to the Port Lincoln Times

Within my setting, ICT is an opportunity for children to apply and develop their knowledge and capability. With my help, they can research, question accuracy of sites and exchange and share information together and through emails (we also share with a neighbouring school and have class blogs). Children are learning the fundamentals of research and electronic media, with support, guidance and safeguarding programs. They develop ideas using tools to refine work, enhance quality and accuracy, use spell checks and thesaurus. These are just some of the general requirements from National Curriculum 1999, published by QCA. In conversation with my teacher, we noted how technology has changed rapidly. We use ICT in Assembly,

As technology has progressed over the years, it has become a greater source for information. Students should be able to use it to their advantage.

Technology has evolved into a scientific breakthrough that has given humans the satisfaction to their needs and wants. So, how does technology enhance college students, and how is it supporting or hindering them? With the newest advancements, students have become more accessible than ever with the internet. A large positive role is being played along with the impact that is making on their educational experiences.

Educational technology is the effective use of technological tools in learning. As a concept, it concerns an array of tools, such as media, machines and networking hardware, as well as considering underlying theoretical perspectives for their effective application. South Africa’s languages therefore reflect a rich tapestry of cultures which, by definition, particularly in contemporary Africa, strongly suggests that intercultural communication should be one of the central pillars of the development policy in education however may run at the risk of non-existence due to the medium of education based technology that is only in English.

An increasing number of colleges and universities are adopting computer technologies as teaching and learning tools. Oliver and Wright (2002) reported in the near future technologies may be required for all students and institutions. As per the study of Roper (2006) and Rice and Miller (2001) Colleges and universities more and more rely on technology for both business and academic operations. Most educational institutions have made a significant investment in developing a computing infrastructure within the institution. Roper (2006) and Lau (2003) described one of the most common challenges for higher education institutions is dealing with change and the role of technology. Students are feeling the impact of technology in all areas of the educational experience from recruitment efforts, to admissions processes, to its use as a teaching tool. Large technological resources are being dedicated to student recruitment and retention, along with specific promotion efforts to attract better students.

The present era has progressed not only in terms of education but also in the department of information technology. People usually resort into using technology for a faster way of communication, to progress in work and in education. Some colleges and universities have implemented the different kinds of technology for purposes of developing a student’s skills and abilities. “Technology is seen in several forms from the simple functions of a calculator used in mathematics to the most complicated computers and technological gadgets” (Flannagan L.J., pg. 07). However, alongside the positive advantages of technology and advanced computer system, there is also a negative side or disadvantages causing problems that need to be solved. While the “ideal goal for educators is to implement technology in the classroom and see definite positive affects on student achievement” (Flannagan L.J., pg. 09). We are living in a world filled with high tech gadgets in the current time like ipads, social media such as twitter, facebook, tumbr and google.

According to Martin and Ofori-Attah (2005), technology is an area of the curriculum, as well as a tool for teaching and learning, in which teachers must demonstrate their own awareness and capacity for learning. In other words, for effective and meaningful teaching in the present information age, the demonstration of teachers’ awareness and competencies for instructional use of information and communication technology (ICT) cannot be underscored. If teachers are aware of the use of ICT in teaching, students/pupils are likely to benefit from their knowledge. The