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The 21st century of ICT involves teaching and learning in unique and dynamic ways which are different to what students have experienced in previous years of learning. Learning needs to involve real-life situations and identifying that knowledge is ever changing and the complexities of this changing knowledge (MCEETYA 2005 p, 5). Learning in the new age of technology involves critical analysis and synthesis of information, creativity and dynamic thinking, productivity and risk taking along with quality assessment of students learning (MCEETYA 2005 p, 5).



Teaching students ICT is a vital component of education in today’s dynamic society (MCEETYA 2005 p, 7). To effectively teach ICT teachers need to have an understanding of contemporary teaching strategies which foster students inclusion and interests (MCEETYA 2005 p, 7). Additionally, teachers of ICT need to provide students with the opportunity to work in a learning environment which is safe and secure (MCEETYA 2005 p, 7).

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From observations in schools it is clear that quality ICT involves students working and learning with technology in new ways. The learning is often self directed and can be facilitated through a range of online tools such as Youtube video tutorials. The teacher is seen as more of a facilitator to student learning and this allows students to explore and learn and understand knowledge that is relevant to them. Teachers need to ensure that they have provided students with a quality curriculum which allows for this meaningful learning by ensuring that the environment is safe and secure and students are aware of their online presence. High quality ICT additionally challenges old ways of thinking by utilising web2.0 tools and collaborating online and connecting with other people through a range of diverse media sources.

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