ICT Skills for Teaching and Learning

Introduction to ICT in Education

10h 0min

This topic introduces the role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in modern education. It begins with an overview of the module’s learning outcomes, assessment methods, weekly structure, and expectations. Learners will discuss how ICT enhances teacher readiness and improves teaching practices. The session also explores the historical development of educational technology, from the chalkboard to digital learning systems, highlighting key milestones and reforms that shaped today’s classrooms. Finally, it examines the current role of ICT in supporting 21st-century learning skills, global and national trends, and the importance of ICT in fostering inclusive, flexible, and engaging teaching and learning environments.

Topic learning outcomes: Understand the rationale, purpose and scope of the use of ICT in schools under the requirements of the National Curriculum Framework (4%)

Understanding Digital Literacy

10h 0min

Explore digital literacy by defining it through frameworks like JISC, UNESCO, and DigCompEdu, distinguishing it from digital skills, developing core skills (search, cloud storage, productivity apps, evaluating online information), and applying digital fluency in teaching for lesson planning, instruction, and student engagement.

Topic learning outcomes: Understand the rationale, purpose and scope of the use of ICT in schools under the requirements of the National Curriculum Framework (4%), Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (2%)

Integrating ICT Across the Curriculum

10h 0min

This topic explores how ICT can be integrated into different subject areas using tools like GeoGebra (Math), Scratch (Computing), and Canva (Arts) to support inquiry, creativity, and problem-solving. It covers pedagogical strategies such as the TPACK and SAMR models, as well as constructivist and connectivist approaches, while emphasizing alignment of ICT activities with national curriculum outcomes, assessment criteria, and syllabus requirements.

Topic learning outcomes: Understand the rationale, purpose and scope of the use of ICT in schools under the requirements of the National Curriculum Framework (3%), Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (4%)

Communication and Collaboration Tools

10h 0min

This topic introduces digital collaboration platforms such as Google Docs, Microsoft Teams, and Padlet, highlighting their benefits for cloud-based collaborative work. It covers real-time interaction features like live chat, video conferencing, and screen sharing, supporting both teacher-student and peer-to-peer communication. The topic also addresses digital etiquette and safety, including netiquette, managing online conflicts, and avoiding misinformation.

Topic learning outcomes: Understand the rationale, purpose and scope of the use of ICT in schools under the requirements of the National Curriculum Framework (1%), Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (2%), Develop multimedia/interactive contents to facilitate teaching/learning (3%)

Creating Digital Content

10h 0min

This topic introduces students to designing and producing digital content for teaching and learning. It covers creating visual materials using tools like Canva, Adobe Express, and Piktochart, while applying layout, design, and colour theory principles. Students also learn to integrate multimedia such as narrated presentations, simple videos, and podcasts for storytelling. The topic emphasizes accessibility, including alt text, captions, colour contrast, and readable fonts, alongside the basics of Universal Design for Learning (UDL).

Topic learning outcomes: Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (2%), Develop multimedia/interactive contents to facilitate teaching/learning (5%), Develop resources and demonstrate delivery of lessons by incorporating ICT and different models of learning (3%)

Games and Gamification in Education

10h 0min

This session introduces students to gamification, covering game mechanics (points, levels, badges, leaderboards) and the differences between game-based and gamified learning. Students explore platforms like Kahoot, Quizizz, Blooket, and Wordwall, and learn to design subject-based mini-games that balance challenge and motivation for effective learning.

Safe, Ethical and Responsible ICT Use

10h 0min

This session covers safe, ethical, and responsible use of ICT. Participants learn about cyber safety, data privacy, anti-bullying strategies, copyright and plagiarism, and digital citizenship, including respectful online behaviour and managing digital footprints.

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

10h 0min

This session introduces students to popular LMS platforms, including Moodle, Google Classroom, and Seesaw, highlighting their interfaces and key advantages such as organization, accessibility, and data tracking. Students learn to manage courses and content by uploading materials, creating quizzes, providing feedback, and structuring modules for clarity. The session also covers strategies for enhancing student engagement through forums, polls, announcements, discussion boards, and gamification features like badges and conditional release.

Topic learning outcomes: Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (2%), Develop multimedia/interactive contents to facilitate teaching/learning (4%), Develop resources and demonstrate delivery of lessons by incorporating ICT and different models of learning (3%)

ICT for Assessment and Feedback

10h 0min

This session introduces students to digital assessment tools such as Google Forms, Socrative, Plickers, and Mentimeter. It explores how these tools support both formative and summative assessment through features like auto-grading, branching logic, and interactive rubrics. Students also learn to design quizzes, track progress, and use real-time feedback tools such as polls and exit tickets to enhance engagement and learning.

Topic learning outcomes: Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (2%), Develop multimedia/interactive contents to facilitate teaching/learning (4%), Develop resources and demonstrate delivery of lessons by incorporating ICT and different models of learning (3%)

Assistive Technologies and Inclusive Education

10h 0min

This session introduces students to digital tools that support diverse learners, including screen readers, speech-to-text, and immersive readers, as well as the use of tablets and iPads for learners with special educational needs (SEN). It explores how ICT can promote inclusion through differentiated instruction and equitable access to learning opportunities. Students also learn to design inclusive digital activities that provide multiple means of representation and expression, adapting lessons to meet the needs of EAL, SEN, and culturally diverse learners.

Topic learning outcomes: Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (2%), Develop multimedia/interactive contents to facilitate teaching/learning (4%), Develop resources and demonstrate delivery of lessons by incorporating ICT and different models of learning (3%)

Reflective Practice Using ICT

10h 0min

This session introduces students to digital portfolios using tools such as Padlet, Wix, and Google Sites for collecting, organising, and presenting learning, while linking reflections to competencies and standards. Students also engage in reflective blogging or journaling, using simple blog platforms or Word documents to write weekly entries guided by prompts on growth, feedback, and future goals. Additionally, the session covers professional development, including building a digital presence through platforms like LinkedIn or teaching blogs, and participating in webinars and professional networks to enhance career readiness.

Topic learning outcomes: Develop resources and demonstrate delivery of lessons by incorporating ICT and different models of learning (3%)

Emerging and Future Technologies in Education

10h 0min

This session explores how emerging technologies like AI, VR, and robotics are transforming education. Participants will see demo tools such as ChatGPT and VR headsets, learn about trends like adaptive learning and flipped classrooms, and discuss global innovations. Ethical issues such as AI bias and data privacy, along with the teacher’s evolving role in managing these technologies, will also be addressed.

Topic learning outcomes: Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (2%), Develop resources and demonstrate delivery of lessons by incorporating ICT and different models of learning (3%)

ICT- Integrated Lesson Planning

10h 0min

This session focuses on creating effective ICT-integrated lesson plans using the backward design approach. Participants learn to start with learning outcomes and select appropriate ICT tools to achieve them, aligning technology with Bloom’s taxonomy. The session includes examples of lesson plans incorporating assessment, instruction, and engagement, with strategies for differentiation and UDL.

Topic learning outcomes: Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (1%), Develop multimedia/interactive contents to facilitate teaching/learning (3%), Develop resources and demonstrate delivery of lessons by incorporating ICT and different models of learning (4%)

Case Studies - ICT in Real Classroom Scenarios

10h 0min

Students review Maldivian and international case studies showcasing the use of ICT across early years, primary, and secondary classrooms. They examine successes and challenges, evaluating which strategies were effective and identifying common implementation issues such as technical problems or student behaviour. Students then connect theory to practice by applying frameworks like TPACK and SAMR to the analysed cases, extracting key lessons and insights to inform their own future ICT planning and teaching practice.

Topic learning outcomes: Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (1%), Develop resources and demonstrate delivery of lessons by incorporating ICT and different models of learning (2%)

Reflection and Planning Forward

10h 0min

In this session, students reflect on their personal growth in ICT knowledge and confidence, sharing highlights and challenges. They plan for the future by setting goals for continuous technology integration and creating a personal professional learning network (PLN) to support ongoing development. The session also includes course evaluation and feedback, where students provide input on their learning experience and discuss recommendations for improving the module in the future.

Topic learning outcomes: Use and integrate ICT in teaching and learning subjects across the curricula (2%), Develop multimedia/interactive contents to facilitate teaching/learning (2%), Develop resources and demonstrate delivery of lessons by incorporating ICT and different models of learning (3%)