Education Technology and Policies

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What is the primary focus of Teaching?

Sharing of knowledge, skills, and values (correct)

ICT Infrastructure and Policy

Learning to know and do

Monitoring and Evaluation

Which of the following is NOT a pillar of Learning?

Learning to share

Learning to manage (correct)

Learning to know

Learning to be

What is the origin of the term 'Technology'?

ICT Policy

Science

Techne, Craft (correct)

Manmade

How many international policy themes are commonly identified in Educational Technology?

8 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key aspect of the 'Vision and Planning' policy theme?

Having a vision Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the 'Educational Management Information System (EMIS)' policy theme?

Supporting the collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination of education-related data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key aspect of the 'Teachers' policy theme?

Supporting teachers in their use of ICT Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the 'Monitoring and Evaluation' policy theme?

Assessment, Research, and Innovation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012?

To prevent cybersex, online child pornography, identity theft, cyber libel, and spamming Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the Data Privacy Act of 2012?

To protect individuals from unauthorized processing of personal information Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Safe Spaces Act (RA 11313)?

To address gaps in equality, security, and safety of both women and men in private and public spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of technology in teaching and learning?

A powerful tool that has changed how teachers teach and how students learn Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the eCommerce Act of the Philippines (RA 8792)?

It provides for the recognition and use of electronic commercial and non-commercial transactions and documents Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of Executive Order No. 810 S. 2009?

To institutionalize the certification scheme for digital signatures and direct the application of digital signatures in e-government services Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of traditional teaching and learning?

Limited access to education materials and information Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of monitoring ICT use in education?

Evaluating its impact on teaching and learning Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Teaching and Learning

Teaching is a process of sharing knowledge, skills, and values.
Learning has four pillars: learning to know, learning to do, learning to live together, and learning to be.

Technology

Technology is a tool that is man-made and a product of science.
The term "technology" comes from the Greek words "techne" meaning "craft".

ICT National or International Policies

Eight policy themes are commonly identified in Educational Technology around the world:
- Vision and Planning
- ICT Infrastructure
- Teachers
- Skills and Competencies
- Learning Resources
- EMIS
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Equity, Inclusion, and Safety

International Policies

1. Vision and Planning

Having a clear vision for ICT in education
Linking ICT/education policies to other policies
Providing a mechanism for funding
Authorizing authority to lead or oversee implementation
Engaging the Private Sector

2. Infrastructure

Ensuring adequate power supply
Providing sufficient equipment and networking infrastructure

3. Teachers

Providing ICT-related training (technical and pedagogical)
Identifying a set of related teacher competency standards
Supporting teachers in their use of ICT
Building awareness among and support for school administrators

4. Skills and Competencies

Identifying ICT Literacy / Digital Competency standards
Offering related training, support, assessment, and certification
Articulating and supporting ICT-enabled lifelong learning opportunities

5. Learning Resources

Supporting the development, dissemination, and utilization of digital learning resources

6. EMIS

Supporting the collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination of education-related data to relevant stakeholders

7. Monitoring & Evaluation

Monitoring ICT use in education and evaluating its impact on teaching and learning
Utilizing ICTs to support assessment activities
Dedicated support for exploring innovative uses of ICTs in education

8. Equity, Inclusion & Safety

Prioritizing "pro-equity" provisions and approaches related to the use of ICTs in education
Articulating and supporting efforts to promote ethical practices related to ICT use in education

National Policies

Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 (RA 10175)
- Prevents cybersex, online child pornography, identity theft, cyber libel, and spamming
Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173)
- Protects individuals from unauthorized processing of personal information
Safe Spaces Act (RA 11313)
- Addresses existing gaps and issues on equality, security, and safety of both women and men in private and public spaces
eCommerce Act of the Philippines (RA 8792)
- Recognizes and uses electronic commercial and non-commercial transactions and documents
Executive Order No. 810 S. 2009
- Institutionalizes the Certification Scheme for Digital Signatures and directs the application of Digital Signatures in eGovernment Services

How Technology is Changing Education

Technology is a powerful tool that has changed how teachers teach and how students learn
It has provided people with access to education and access to different ways of communicating and working together

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This quiz covers education technology, its role in teaching and learning, and international policies applicable to educational technology.