How ICT Helped Education during the pandemic
When the COVID-19 pandemic started in 2020, everything suddenly changed. Schools were closed, classrooms were empty, and students had to stay at home. Many students felt confused and worried because they did not know how they would continue their studies. Even though schools were closed, education did not stop. It just changed its way of teaching. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) became very important during this time. In the Philippines, the Department of Education created the Basic Education Learning Continuity Plan so students could still learn even during lockdowns. Around the world, UNESCO said that more than 1.6 billion students were affected by school closures. Because of this big problem, schools started using technology to continue teaching. Apps and platforms like Zoom, Google Classroom, and Microsoft Teams became our new classrooms. Teachers discussed lessons through video calls. Students passed their assignments online and took quizzes on their gadgets. Group ...