Reading discussion

1. Based on: Kozma, R. (2008) in Voogt, J. & Knezek, G.
(Eds). International Handbook of Information
Technology in Primary and Secondary Education.
Berlin, Springer Science
Presented by Ronald Leslie Platt (Week 3)

2. Developed Nations See
 ICT as an engine of growth for the global economy
 ICT cannot act alone, and requires nurturing of
human resources, ICT literacy and skills
 UN and World Bank advocate ICT use to support
developing countries
 Strategic Components
 Operational Components

3. Strategic Components
 Supporting Economic Growth
 Promoting Social Development
 Advancement of Education Reform
 Support Education Management
 Multiple Rationales

4. Operational Components
 Infrastructure Development
 Teacher Training
 Technical Support
 Pedagogical/ Curriculum Change
 Content Development

5. Policy Recommendations
 Policy Alignment
 Distributed Policies
 Policy Implementation
 Private/ Public Partnerships
 Outcome Oriented Policies, Programs and Evaluations

6. Discussion Questions
1. ‘One size does not fit all.’ How does the content
covered in this article support this statement?
2. How can ICT incorporation into educational policy
provide sustainable returns on the investment?
3. Is there a foreseeable end to the transfer from
Industrial to Knowledge economies?