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Education—Anywhere, Anytime
Students in India can access NCERT books online through the website www.epathshala.nic.in or the mobile
app. Additionally, numerous websites and mobile apps provide educational resources on various topics.
Through Web-based Training (WBT), students can connect with teachers or trainers via the Internet, bringing
education to remote areas.
Teaching Aids and Media
ICT is commonly used as a teaching aid in schools to:
Use pictures, animations, and audio-visuals to explain complex subjects
Make lessons interesting with presentations
Organise lessons using the computer
Obtain relevant information for subjects
Learning Management System (LMS)
Many countries use Learning Management Systems (LMS) to manage school systems. Students and teachers
can register on official LMS websites to access various services, such as:
Learning lessons anytime and anywhere
Submitting queries, getting replies and submitting comments through forums
Participating in co-curricular activities via video
Parents monitoring the progress of their children
This comprehensive integration of IT in education has transformed traditional methods, making learning
more dynamic and accessible.
IT in Insurance
In the insurance industry, information technology plays a crucial role in
maintaining up-to-date records through comprehensive computer databases.
These systems manage and track various aspects of insurance policies,
including policy continuation, start dates, installment schedules, maturity
dates, interest payments, survival benefits and bonuses. Additionally, many
insurance companies offer online policies that can be conveniently purchased
via their websites, enhancing accessibility and customer services.
IT in Marketing
Information Technology (IT) plays a crucial role in marketing, encompassing advertising, buying, selling and
product delivery. IT applications in marketing are tailored to meet specific company needs. Key applications
include Customer Relationship Management (CRM), which uses IT to track customer details, behaviour and
preferences, helping companies customise their marketing strategies to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
Digital marketing leverages the Internet for online promotions and advertising, significantly enhancing
marketing reach and effectiveness. Additionally, IT enables companies to engage with customers on social
media platforms, helping businesses understand customer preferences, behaviour and purchase trends,
thereby fostering stronger relationships and more targeted marketing efforts.
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