Use of ICT tools in education.

The effective use of ICT plays a central role in all the key education policies being taken forward by the Department of Education. Ensuring that young people acquire the skills to use ICT effectively, confidently and safely is a key priority.

Twenty-first century education integrates technologies, engaging students in ways not previously possible, creating new learning and teaching possibilities, enhancing achievement and extending interactions with local and global communities. 

Schools need to focus on the way that they use and manage ICT, including:

• enabling teaching and learning
• supporting professional learning for teachers and school staff
• improving administrative processes
• supporting effective information management.