The purpose of ICT in education is
generally to familiarize students with the use and workings of computers,
and related social
and ethical issues.
The
school has invested substantially in the last two years to extend its computing
facility to have a significant impact on teaching and learning and to enable
the use of latest technology. We know the Internet is both a blessing and a curse but relevant
technology with appropriate teacher guidance can help us to separate the gold
from the grass.
ICT
(Information and Communication technology) at ALYASMIN is a learning tool for
the student, a teaching tool to the teacher and the curriculum.
Complete
school automation software is installed in Administration section using client
server technology. The school server maintains a broadband connection
throughout the 365 days of the year. Information can be accessed out of class
hours and questions arising can be referred to the teacher when appropriate. Internet usage is restricted and monitored to ensure a safe learning environment.
Our reporting system is computerized and parents will be able to track their
children’s progress on the Internet in near future.
ICT department has 2 labs with a
total of 30 computers and a faculty team of 4 teachers.
LAB-I is under LAN with Internet
facility comprising of fourteen Pentiums IV 3.2GHz, with 80GB hard disk and
DVD-ROM facility. The operating system is Windows XP and networking platform is
windows 2003. The lab has a presentation hall with Projector screen.
LAB-II has twelve stand-alone comprising of Pentiums IV 3.2GHz, 40
GB hard Disk and CD-ROM facility each for primary section.
In lower grades KG- Multimedia
Desktops and LCDs are used to introduce the child to the world of computer
learning using sound, pictures and games.
Formal Computer Education starts
from grade 1 and continues up to grade 10.
In grades 1 & 2 - they are taught
to identify the parts and usage of computers.
Grades 3 & 4, the curriculum is
so designed to open the minds to the world of programming - to logical thinking
which is done by teaching - BASIC.
From grades 5 - 8, In-depth concepts
of BASIC is taught, giving a strong foundation to programming aspects.
Grades 9 and 10 are taught the newly
introduced subject "INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY " which emphasizes on MS
OFFICE & WEB DESIGNING, with complete hands- on - approach. Practical usage
of computers.