We are
living in a constantly evolving digital world. ICT has an impact on nearly
every aspect of our lives - from working to socialising, learning to playing.
The digital age has transformed the way young people communicate, network, seek
help, access information and learn. We must recognise that young people are now
an online population and access is through a variety of means such as computers,
TV and mobile phones.
As technology becomes more and more embedded in our culture, we
must provide our learners with relevant and contemporary experiences that allow
them to successfully engage with technology and prepare them for life after school.
It is widely recognised that learners are motivated and
purposefully engaged in the learning process when concepts and skills are
underpinned with technology and sound pedagogy. Learning and Teaching Scotland
aims to provide resources for practitioners, parents and pupils to engage with
these technologies in order to inform and enhance the learning experience.
These resources include, but are not limited to:
·
Glow - the world's first
national schools intranet which provides access to a range of tools and
resources for pupils and practitioners
·
examples of innovative uses
of technology in practice, including game based learning through
computer games and the use of mobile technologies
