This module explores information and communication technology (ICT) by looking at its varied usage in education, for example: word processing, spreadsheets, graphics and graphing, databases, sound packages, desktop publishing multimedia usage, internet/intranet and e-mail usage, games and simulations. The module critically examines the claimed benefits and limits of ICT in education. Also, how ICT can be used to promote new ways of teaching and the principles of learning which underpin these, for example the move from instructivism to constructivism, the development of higher order thinking, collaborative and cooperative learning, motivation and differentiation, assessment and evaluation. The module also addresses provision for special educational needs through ICT.