Lesson 1 Reflections

Before this course, I have never heard of the MOE's ICT Masterplan. Though I do know about the implementation of future schools, I did not know that this has been a continued effort and plan from MP1 in 1997 which is more than 10 years ago! I still remembered in those days, where computers and ICT were much less common, my classmates and I always looked forward to computer lessons because most of us did not have one at home. Nonetheless, efforts had been made by the ministry since then because I clearly remembered my favourite computer lesson which was a stimulated National Education game quiz. However, usage of computers in those days seem to be more related to non-examinable subjects like Arts and National Education (from my personal experience). Perhaps, given the limited computer labs in schools but the need to cater to a big number of students, computer lessons could only be assigned to non-academic stuffs and once in a blue moon to ensure every students had the opportunity to try it out.

Over the years, I have to admit and recognise the effort and far sight of the ministry because students nowadays gain much higher access to computers and ICT be it at home or in school. This major shift to ICT greatly changed the paradigm of learning as teachers can easily use ICT to conduct interesting lessons and students can make use of ICT to learn things beyond the classroom and textbooks. Personally, I have benefitted a great lot from the widespread of ICT and it truly enhances my learning journey.

MP3 seems yet another promising plan by the ministry and I look forward to receive professional development on ICT skills as I always love technology but am limited in terms of skills.
VERY EXCITED