EDUCATION     

Technology ushers in fundamental structural changes that can be integral to achieving significant improvements in productivity. Used to support both teaching and learning, technology infuses classrooms with digital learning tools, such as computers and hand held devices; expands course offerings, experiences, and learning materials; supports learning 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; builds 21st century skills; increases student engagement and motivation; and accelerates learning. Technology also has the power to transform teaching by ushering in a new model of connected teaching. This model links teachers to their students and to professional content, resources, and systems to help them improve their own instruction and 

("Use of Technology in Teaching and Learning | U.S. Department of Education", s.f.) ...

BUSINESS

Information and communications technologies (ICT) can be used to support many of your business activities, from internal business systems to business communications to electronic commerce.

While you may need to make an initial investment of resources, this kind of electronic business (or "e-business") can improve your efficiency in the long run by saving you time and streamlining your processes. It can also open up new opportunities for collaboration and the exchange of data, all of which can ultimately contribute to an increase in revenue.

("Using technology in your daily operations — Canada Business Network", 2018) ...

"Using technology in your daily operations — Canada Business Network" (2018)

 2018, "Using technology in your daily operations — Canada Business Network

ENTERTAINMENT

ICT has impacted entertainment and leisure by enhancing the different ways in which we casually spend our time.

- Watch movies and listen to music directly from the Internet.

- Supports playing games over the Internet during leisure time.

- Entertainment material can be stored using ICT products like compact discs and

memory cards for future use.

Information and communication technology (ICT) in education | Unesco IIEP Learning Portal. (s.f.). Recuperado 11 octubre, 2018, de https://learningportal.iiep.unesco.org/en/issue-briefs/ improve-learning/curriculum-and-materials/information-and-communication-technology-ict

MEDICINE

- Body scanners: A body scanner sends electromagnetic rays through a patient’s body and sensors detect how much different parts of the body absorb the rays.

- Patient monitoring: Computers are used in hospitals to monitor critically ill patients in intensive care units.

- Organ transplants: Computerised databases are used to help match patients who are waiting for organ transplants such as a new kidney, liver or heart, with suitable organs from donors.

What is ICT? | tutor2u Business. (s.f.). Recuperado 11 octubre, 2018, de https:// www.tutor2u.net/business/reference/what-is-ict