Em-Tech Semi Finals

Information and Communication Technology

-          Is the umbrella term for the myriad of technologies that facilitate access to information through telecommunication

• Hardware

• Software

• Networks

• Data

Components of ICT:

Hardware

-          Physical technology devices

Software

-          Applications and programs

Networks

Connectivity systems

Data

Processed information

2024

-          The rise of artificial intelligence

2025

-          Expansion of the Internet of Things (IoT) will connect even more devices

2026

-          Increase reliance on cloud computing will enhance accessibility and collaboration among remote terms

2027

Advancements in 5G Technology

ICT in Education

-          Has been affected by ICTs which have undoubtedly improved student’s learning and better teaching methods.

-          Students who were exposed had a positive impact when it comes to their achievements

• E-Learning Platforms

• Digital Learning Resources

• Technology-Enhanced Classrooms

ICT in Education:

E-Learning Platforms

-          Google Classroom and Zoom streamline communication and workflow

-          For students to access information

Digital Learning Resources

-          Videos, animations, interactive simulation, and online articles enhance learning by making it more engaging

Technology-Enhanced Classrooms

-          White boards, projectors, tablets, and computers

-          Traditional classroom into dynamic learning environments

-          Facilitating active participation and personalized learning

• Text and Reading Materials

• Multimedia Content

• Interactive and Gamified Tools

• Platforms and Organization

Digital Learning Resources:

Text and Reading Materials

-          Digital Textbooks

-          E-books and PDFs

-          Digital Flashcards

Multimedia Content

-          Education Videos

-          Audio Files

Interactive and Gamified Tools

-          Interactive Quizzes

-          Virtual laboratories or 3D animations

-          Augmented Reality (AR)

Platforms and Organization

-          Learning Management Systems (LMS)

ICT in E-Commerce

-          In a general sense, business is the activity of earning money and making one’s living through engaging in commerce.

• Online Retail (Business-to-Consumer or B2C)

• Peer-to-peer Marketplaces (Consumer-to-Consumer or C2C)

• Digital Wallets and Cashless Payments

ICT in E-Commerce:

Online Retail (Business-to-Consumer or B2C)

-          Platforms like Amazon allow companies to sell products directly to individual buyers using web catalogs

Peer-to-peer Marketplaces (Consumer-to-Consumer or C2C)

-          Platforms like Facebook Marketplace use ICT networks to let everyday people list and sell used or homemade items within their local communities

Digital Wallets and Cashless Payments

-          Services like Gcash, to let customers pay for online orders instantly without using physical cash

ICT in Healthcare

-          Providing or receiving medical treatment

-          Is the improvement or maintenance of health

• Telemedicine

• Electronic Health Records

• Medical Research and Diagnostics

ICT in Healthcare:

Telemedicine

-          Video conferencing and wearable device improve access to healthcare services, especially for individuals in remote or underserved areas

Electronic Health Records

-          Digital management of patient information improves accuracy efficiency, and coordination of care

Medical Research and Diagnostics

-          Advanced technologies like imaging software and data analysis tools aids in research and diagrams

• Public Safety and Security

ICT in E-Government:

Government

The system of rules, institutions, and personnel by which a country or community is governed

Public Service

A service provided by the government

Public Safety and Security

-          Improve citizen access

-          Government services, making them more efficient and transparent

• Agriculture

• Transportation

• Environment Management

ICT in Other Content Areas

Agriculture

Used for precision farming, weather monitoring, and market information access, improving agricultural productivity and efficiency

Transportation

-          Manage traffic flow, optimize routes, and provide real-time information to travelers

Environment Management

Monitors environmental conditions