This document is an outline of the content covered in ICT integration module at master's levels

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MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
MASTER OF EDUCATION
MICT732: ADVANCED INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN
EDUCATION
MODULE OUTLINE
Introduction
The module is an academic study of the relationship between ICT and education and not a training
module in ICT. The module’s emphasis is on the utilization of computers as tools to enhance
educational provisions. However, practical skills will be used to illustrate the theoretical issues in
ICT in education. As they go through the module, students will investigate and systematically
evaluate a range of approaches to ICT utilization in education.
Module Objectives
The module aims to contribute to the intellectual and professional development of all educational
practitioners in the utilization of information communication technology (ICT) in educational
settings.
Module content
1. ICT in Education: An overview
● The concept of ICT in Education
o What is ICT?
o Nature of ICT
o Evolution of ICT
● Electronic Content (E-content)
● Open Educational Resources
o Meaning and Importance of OER
o Various OER Initiatives
● E-learning - Concept and Characteristics
● Digital Age
● Introduction to the Course
● Bridging the Digital Divide
● Three Approaches to ICT for the SDGs
● Learning in Knowledge Societies
● The Ecosystem of ICT for Education

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● Education for a Connected World
● Sharing Knowledge: ICT, Openness, and Inclusion
● Measuring ICT and Education: Frameworks
● Measuring ICT and Education: Data and Indicators
● Rethinking ICT for Education Policies
2. ICT Curriculum Integration
● The concept of ICT integration
o ICT Integrated lesson
o ICT in assessment
o ICT across the curriculum
o Changing Role of the teacher
● Models of ICT curriculum integration.
o Morel ‘s Matrix
o Technology Adoption Model
o Diffusion model
● ICT curriculum integration in Zimbabwe
● National and the School ICT Policy
● School ICT Plan
3. ICT for Educational Management
● Role of ICT in school administration
o Record Keeping
o Scheduling
o Communicating with Parents
o School Management Tools
● Managing ICT Infrastructure of the School
o Automated and ICT Managed School Processes
o School Management Information System
o ICT Infrastructure and its Maintenance
o Technology Plan for the School
● School management changes arising from ICT
o Special Needs and inclusion -Hardware and software
o Ethical and Security issues
Practical work: Creating a school database using MS Access
● Students’ records information
● Staff profiles
4. ICT for Teacher Professional Development
● Teacher Professional Development – Concept

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● Teacher Professional Development through ICT
● Models of ICT professional development
o Technology Pedagogy Content Knowledge (TPCK)
5. Internet and Educational research
● An overview of internet information sources
o Institutional repositories
o online libraries
o databases
o electronic journals
● Locating Internet Resources
▪ Search strategies
▪ Developing a Search Strategy
● Using advanced internet search tools (practical work)
▪ Meta-search engines
▪ Online Database searches
● Evaluation of Internet based resources
6. Instructional Design
● Digital Media Use, OER and Creative Commons
In this first module, we begin with the foundational understanding and use of digital
media used for today’s learners. It will explore types of digital media, Open
Educational Resources (OER) and licensing: copyright and Creative Commons
● Technology Tools & Digital Text
● This takes a deeper look at some more specific digital technology tools used to create
engaging text-based media. It looks at applying visual design principles to create
engaging and effective handouts, digital books, infographics, and other text-based
media.
● Digital Images & Editing
There are several different types of images, png to gif to jpg, what to use? Where?
Why? Students will investigate digital images, image editing, and publishing based
on different intended uses.
● Instructional Design Strategy: Video & Video Editing Tools
This topic will focus exclusively on digital video. Instructional design is as much
about telling a story as it is creating an impactful learning opportunity. To infuse
technology in learning, students need know how to properly storyboard it, develop it,
include accessibility tools, and publish your video. This topic is about storyboarding,
video tools, and accessibility.
● Accessibility Requirements & Instructional Design Strategy: Screencasting &
Animations

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This is an extension of the introduction on video by including conversations around
accessibility and an additional video strategy, screencasting, and creating video
animations.
● Audio for E-learning
There are many types of learners. Some do well with kinesthetic, hands-on
assignments, while others need visual aids to retain information. Some learn best
through the arts, while others need a more logical approach. Audio learning adds so
many important elements to the overall learning experience and use of digital media
tools. In this topic, students will explore some examples of effective digital media for
creating audio files for teaching and learning.
● Author Tools: Interactive Learning
The focus is on the digital media use associated with author tools for developing
interactive e-learning. It will explore different technologies used in
the development of interactive modules.
● Final consolidation Assignment
Each successive topic is more technical than the previous and the final topic will
continue this pattern in students’ exploration of video editing tools. Students will
have an opportunity to update and complete their final assignment.
Instructional Methods
This module will be delivered through a blended instructional including lecture, multimedia
presentations, hands-on applications, collaborative learning, discussions, electronic
communications and commercial program reviews.
Assessment
 The assessment of the module is made up of continuous assessment and written examination.
 The final assessment shall be weighted as follows:
o Coursework (40%)
o Examination (60%)
To pass the module students shall score at least 50 % in both coursework and examination comb
Recommended texts
Sinnah P K, (2000). Fundamentals of computer. New Delhi: Prentice-Hall of India
Black U, (1999). Advanced internet technologies. New Jersey: Prentice Hall
NPR: National Public Radio has an entire section of education podcasts that highlight current
education news and events that happen around the world.
BBC: A History of the World in 100 Objects: The British News Company has a great podcast
for anyone teaching history or a related discipline.
ISTE: The International Society for Technology Education is a trusted source for podcasts on
how technology is changing the classroom. Podcasts cover various topics from blogging to
mobile learning.

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The State of Tech: These podcasts focus on education technology in the state of Ohio, but the
podcasts can benefit any educator. Topics include new software, platforms, and innovative ideas
for tech in the classroom.
Smart People Podcast: Picking smart people’s “oversized brains” is what this podcast is all about.
They interview people from various industries to bring their listeners episodes that satisfy those of
us with insatiable curiosity.