Era of Information and Communication Technologies in Education

Chhaya Mitter

Abstract: Modern era is called Era of Information and Communication Technologies. ICT means information and communication technologies which provide knowledge through internet, WIFI, wireless networks etc. Technology based education was started in USA in the early 1960s with computers. ICT in India has been taking fast and rapid strides since globalization and privatization. Effective use of ICT has changed the face of education sector and has created new and more opportunities in Human Resource Department (HRD). Administration has become more clear, fast, economical and time saving. Teachers and students have become an integral part of ICT and are well benefited. The purpose of this article is focused on utilization of ICT in education

Keywords: ICT, administration, integral, HRD, globalization