Integration of ICT in the field of education: current state and perspectives
Keywords:
ICT, integration, education, teacher, learnerAbstract
Information and communication technologies (ICT) are present in all areas of social, cultural, and economic life. These tools are now essential for successful social and professional integration. Over the past four decades, Moroccan universities have had to adapt to a rapidly evolving higher education environment, and more recently, to globalization and the Internet. The integration of ICT into Moroccan schools has become one of the strategic levers of the Ministry of National Education to improve the quality of teaching and learning. These technologies are of paramount importance in higher education for both university students and professors. Thus, teacher training on the use of ICT in the classroom, the creation of institutional structures, and the introduction of incentives for ICT innovation have represented the initiatives taken by the Ministry of National Education to support teachers and help them adopt ICT tools and incorporate them into their courses. Our study offers some reflections on the use of ICT in the Moroccan education sector. It highlights the current state of ICT use, shedding light on the opportunities and challenges encountered, such as the lack of teacher training and the absence of technological infrastructure. The lack of consideration of the contribution of ICT in defining educational objectives in various academic programs and the lack of guidance and support for the transversal and disciplinary skills students acquire through ICT in their personal spheres constitute one of the major barriers to the integration of ICT in education. The study also demonstrates the positive impact of integrating ICT into education, leading to improved teacher performance and increased student engagement. The findings emphasize the importance of quality training, accessible ICT resources, and effective school policies as key factors for the successful integration of technology in education.
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