By: Chaka Grant
What is the Integrated Approach?
 A teaching method which allows learners to explore,

gather, process, refine and present information about
topics they want to investigate without the constrains
imposed by traditional subject barriers.
The Value of Integration
 Students will see the interconnectedness and

interrelationship between curriculum areas.
 Focus will be on skills development and application
 Students will develop a deeper understanding through
purposeful activities.
Learning Approach for Effective ICT
Integration
A constructivist approach reflects the best practices
which ensures that all essential learning ideas are
given consideration- As such teaching and learning
would be
 Student centered
 Authentic/meaningful
 Promoting the various levels of thinking
 Entrenched in a community of learners
Role of the
educator in
ICT Integration
Community partner
Facilitator
Co-assessor
Designer
Mediator
ICT integration Strategy
The presence of technology in education is revolutionary and endless. Because technology is
rapidly changing and affects student’s lives in and out of the classroom, it is important that the
integration of technology be carefully implemented at a reasonable pace.

Implement
action plan

Conduct a
SWOT
analysis

Create a
vision

Formulate
an action
plan

Review,
evaluate
and
restructure
plan
Conclusion
 In this technologically advanced age, it is imperative that we improve the

quality of education offered to our students. By successfully integrating ICT
into the curriculum, it will enhance instructional methods and offers flexible
learning environments. Further, students will be equipped with the necessary
21st century skills needed in order to succeed in the information age.

LET US PREPARE THEM.

The Integrated Approach

  • 1.
  • 2.
    What is theIntegrated Approach?  A teaching method which allows learners to explore, gather, process, refine and present information about topics they want to investigate without the constrains imposed by traditional subject barriers.
  • 3.
    The Value ofIntegration  Students will see the interconnectedness and interrelationship between curriculum areas.  Focus will be on skills development and application  Students will develop a deeper understanding through purposeful activities.
  • 4.
    Learning Approach forEffective ICT Integration A constructivist approach reflects the best practices which ensures that all essential learning ideas are given consideration- As such teaching and learning would be  Student centered  Authentic/meaningful  Promoting the various levels of thinking  Entrenched in a community of learners
  • 5.
    Role of the educatorin ICT Integration Community partner Facilitator Co-assessor Designer Mediator
  • 6.
    ICT integration Strategy Thepresence of technology in education is revolutionary and endless. Because technology is rapidly changing and affects student’s lives in and out of the classroom, it is important that the integration of technology be carefully implemented at a reasonable pace. Implement action plan Conduct a SWOT analysis Create a vision Formulate an action plan Review, evaluate and restructure plan
  • 7.
    Conclusion  In thistechnologically advanced age, it is imperative that we improve the quality of education offered to our students. By successfully integrating ICT into the curriculum, it will enhance instructional methods and offers flexible learning environments. Further, students will be equipped with the necessary 21st century skills needed in order to succeed in the information age. LET US PREPARE THEM.