Information and Communication Technology for Education in Rural Sector - A Review

Abstract

Abstract: ICT stands for Information and Communication Technology. Now a days we see use of ICT in almost every field for various development activities. The overall concept involved in the process of ICT are constantly evolving in our daily lives. As Development in Rural Area is the key factor for the growth of the Indian Economy it become necessary for the government to develop and improve the Rural Sector. ICT plays a major role in developing and improving a Rural Sector and has helped to develop the rural sector in tremendous way. It is used in rural area for the growth of various field like education, agriculture, medical treatment and many other. As now a day’s education has played a major role in an individual growth it become necessary for every individual to get educated. As the overall development depend upon the skilled workforce which is possible only through quality education. ICT can provide information to people in a better way. Using ICT in Education will make the teaching learning process easy and interesting. This paper is an overall explanation of ICT in Rural Education. The Need of ICT in Rural Education for the Development of Rural People which will affect the world economic conditions, the various role of ICT in Rural Education, Positive and Negative Impact and the Challenges Faced by ICT in Rural Sector.