A Study on Understanding of Information and Communications Technology Tools Among College Professors with Special Reference to Chennai City

Abstract

The aim of the research is to understand the usage of digital platforms among college professors in Chennai City. This study is conducted among 50 college professors and the study concluded that the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) tools are digital structures which provide a platform for learning. This platform uses all facilities like computer, laptops, projectors, mobiles, tablets etc. This study is required because with the changes happening in information technology the young minds who are future of the country must not be lead behind times. They have to be educated in all spheres of knowledge and information technology is primary because in future the world is going to survive in digital arenas. If a student is not confident in using digital platforms properly in his career, then the services provided by teachers will have to be improved. Students today are smart and deft with technology. The proper mixture of students’ deftness and teachers’ experience in the field will create solid platforms of education. Thus, understanding of teachers’ technical aspects is much required to make students understand the proper usage of information technology and at the same time make learning interesting.