Using ICT as Communicative tool

What is Communication tool?

Communication tool is any program that allows easy communication between the teacher and the students, as well as among students, beyond the classroom's physical barriers of place, time, or both, is referred to as a communication tool. Some of the examples of Communicative tool are e-mail, video conferencing, social media, SMS, telephones, etc.

There are two types of Communicative tool;

1.     1. Synchronous tool

These tools enable real-time communication and collaboration in a 'same time- different place' mode. People can connect at the same time using these techniques. Audio Conferencing, Web conferencing, Chat/ instant messaging, telephone are some examples of Synchronous tool.

2.     2. Asynchronous tool

It enables real-time communication and collaboration over a period of time through a 'different time- different place' mode. These tools allows people to connect together at each person's own convenience and own schedule. Telegram, Blogs, e-mail, VLE  discussion forum, WeChat, Messenger are some examples of it.

As a college student, I consider Virtual Learning Environment and Telegram to be two of the most important tools for teaching and learning because most teachers and students use these tools to clear their doubts, exchange ideas, share files and important documents, and, most importantly, it proves that we are now living in a digital world where everything is easily accessible from multiple sources. It also demonstrates that learning can take place outside of a traditional classroom context.

So, in order for everyone to believe that VLE and telegram are the most vital communicating tools, I'll list some of their benefits along with their definitions.

Virtual Learning environment

A virtual learning environment (VLE) is a web-based platform for delivering technology-enhanced    teaching and learning. It provides not only an elegantly constructed space for teaching and learning, but also a welcoming environment for teachers, and students.

Some of the advantages of VLE are:

 1. Deliver content consistently:  The same material is accessible to all learners and the course content can be updated easily when required.

Sa  2. Save cost and time: Course content can be created once, and then disseminated to the intended   audience, without the need to print. The same content can also be maintained from a single location.   Learners can also log on to the VLE from anywhere using any supported device.

33  3. Promote flexible learning: With course content accessible from anywhere, learners can complete   courses on their own time. They can also revisit and review unclear topics or retake entire courses if   they so desire.

Telegram

Telegram is a messaging service that allows users to video call, share files, video chat, and perform other functions such as sharing films and photographs. It is a free program that we may download from the Google Play Store and install on our phones and laptops. We don't need passwords or student IDs to log in to Telegram once we've created an account and as a result, its adaptability and simplicity make learning much more enjoyable.

One of the most remarkable ICT applications that we routinely utilize during online classes is Telegram is telegram and i consider this tool as one of the important tool for teaching and learning because:

1. Reading materials can be freely uploaded by teachers.

2. Students have access to the resources at all times.

3. If the usage of other devices, such as the VLE, fluctuates, we can quickly switch to telegram to continue our conversation.

4. Conduct appropriate question-and-answer sessions to encourage volunteerism.

6. Encourage a big number of people to save time and money by working together.