Innovative strategies for accelerated human resources development in South Asia : information and communication technology for education : special focus on Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka / Asian Development Bank.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Asian Development Bank

Contributor:

Asian Development Bank, contributor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education--South Asia--Data processing.

Education.

Information technology--Study and teaching--South Asia.

Information technology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (170 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines : Asian Development Bank, 2017.

Summary:

Information and communication technology (ICT) has the potential to revolutionize education equity, quality, and efficiency. South Asia's governments have recognized this potential and invested in ICT-focused education initiatives and projects. While these efforts helped to introduce ICT-enabled teaching and learning practices, they may not be sufficient for widespread sustainable adoption within their countries. The stage of implementation and impact of investments also vary significantly from country to country in South Asia. This paper examines the existing state and gaps of ICT in education of three South Asian countries---Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka---and suggests strategies to address these gaps.

Contents:

Cover

Title

Copyright

Contents

Tables and Figures

Foreword

Preface

Abbreviations

Executive Summary

I. Introduction and Background: Opportunities of Information and Communication Technology for Education Equity, Quality, and Efficiency in South Asia

II. A System Perspective of Information and Communication Technology in Education

A. A Holistic Approach to Information and Communication Technology in Education

B. Stages of Information and Communication Technology in Education

III. Making Sense of the State of Information and Communication Technology in Education in South Asia: Bangladesh, Nepal, and Srilanka

A. National Information and Communication Technology in Education Vision, Policies, and Strategies

B. Information and Communication Technology Infrastructure (Information Technology Backbone and Connectivity)

C. Professional Development for Teachers and Education Leaders

D. Modernization of Curriculum and Teaching and Learning Resources

E. Improvements in Learning Environment: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal

F. Improvements in Assessment and Examination

G. Improvements in Education Management Information System, including Evaluation and Research to Inform Evidenced-Based Planning and Resource Allocation

IV. Lessons Learned and Planning for Information and Communication Technology in Education in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Srilanka

A. Better Coordination of Information and Communication Technology in Education Initiatives and Efforts within the Education Sector and with Other Sectors

B. Better Technical Support for Teachers as They Use Information and Communication Technology for Teaching and Learning

C. Just-in-Time and Differentiated Information and Communication Technology in Education Professional Learning for Teachers in Schools.

D. Better Pedagogical Support for Teachers Using Information and Communication Technology for Teaching and Learning

E. Localized and Customized Intelligent Tutoring System, Video-Recorded Lessons, and Information and Communication Technology-Mediated Resources

F. Monitoring and Evaluation of Information and Communication Technology Use in Schools

V. Conclusion and Recommendations

Appendixes

1 Information and communication technology in education in Bangladesh

2 Information and communication technology in education in Nepal

3 Information and communication technology in education in Srilanka

References.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9789292610333

9292610333