01-Introduction-to-Information-and-Communication-Technology
Page 1: Introduction to ICT
Overview of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Current state of ICT in society
Page 2: Objectives
Learning Objectives:
Assess current ICT's societal impacts
Differentiate online systems and platforms by services and functions
Recommend safety and security in ICT based on modern platforms
Page 3: Before We Start
Definition and importance of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in daily life
Page 4: ICT as a Complex Puzzle
Digital world influences technology-society dynamics
Trends in technology, society, and economy form a complex puzzle
Page 5: What is ICT?
ICT includes technologies that enable communication processes (broadcast, networking, audiovisual)
UNESCO defines ICT as tools for transmitting, storing, creating, and exchanging information
Page 6: Current State of ICT
Review of current state in the context of various technologies
Page 7: Web Generations
Web 1.0: First Internet generation initiated by Tim Berners-Lee in 1990
Web 2.0: Shift toward user-generated content and interactivity in the last 15-20 years
Page 8: Innovations Driving Web 2.0
Enhanced online interactivity and utility via internet access and social networks
Page 9: Web 3.0
Next phase of the Internet:
Concepts of decentralization
Open-source software
User empowerment through machine learning
Page 10: Evolution of Web Generations
Web 1.0 (Read-only) → Web 2.0 (Read-write) → Web 3.0 (Read-write-trust)
Page 11: Convergent Technologies
Modern devices, like smartphones, transcend traditional functions - examples of convergence
Page 12: Convergent Technology Examples
Mobile phones serve multiple independent technologies (communication, banking, etc.)
Page 13: Convergence Explained
Where multiple independent technologies integrate into new devices (e.g., smartphones)
Page 15: Social Use of ICT
Instant global connections through social media and online services
Platforms include Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, and YouTube
Page 16: Key Characteristics of Convergent Technologies
Multifunctionality, data collection ability, interconnectedness for universal access
Page 17: Assistive Technology
Devices supporting people with disabilities in learning and communication (e.g., ChromeVox)
Page 18: Additional Assistive Technologies
Examples include speech-to-text applications and magnifier apps
Page 19: State of ICT in Society
How ICT empowers social change and supports various community needs
Page 21: Online Systems and Platforms
Range of services available online (e-commerce, search engines, creative content)
Page 22: Online Marketplaces
E-commerce features include buyers and sellers trading products/services
Examples: Lazada, Foodpanda, Facebook Marketplace
Page 24: Benefits of Online Marketplaces
Businesses enjoy 24/7 operations, reduced marketing costs, and convenience for buyers
Page 25: Search Engines
Tools designed to retrieve specific information online (e.g., Google, Yahoo!)
Page 26: How Search Engines Work
Crawling, indexing, searching, and ranking processes involved in information retrieval
Page 29: Creative Content Outlets
Websites that communicate products/services through various media forms
Blogs, videos, infographics, art, literature
Page 32: Communication Platforms
Tools for enhanced collaboration and connection (e.g., Microsoft 365, Google Workspace)
Page 36: Online Safety, Security, and Etiquette
Importance of user responsibility in maintaining online safety and etiquette
Page 39: Online Safety Guidelines
Never trust anyone, avoid sharing personal information, and cross-check websites for security
Page 44: Online Security Measures
Importance of strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and antivirus software
Page 48: Online Etiquette Principles
Behaviors such as tone reflection, proofreading, respecting privacy, and avoiding distractions
Page 51: Thoughtful Online Posting
Assessing posts based on trustworthiness, relevance, clarity, and overall impact