Thursday, 4 June 2009

Noteworthy ICT Links

I am constantly coming across some interesting websites that focus on how ICT can be used as a tool for development. Here are five sites that stand out:

http://blogs.worldbank.org/edutech/
EduTech is a World Bank blog that explores issues related to the use of ICT and its benefit to education in developing countries. It is a well laid out blog with interesting content hence making it a must visit blog for any ICT enthusiast.

www.knowledgefordevelopment.com/ICT4D03SP/index.htm
This site features online courses in ICT4D in the areas of Education, Agriculture, Health and E-Commerce amongst others. The site also has several case studies under each focus area, as well as quizzes, exercises, and sources for additional reading.

www.un.org.kh/undp/ict4dtoolkit/default.htm
One of the comprehensive and simple sites with regard to information on how to build a successful ICT4D social enterprise. Information is provided on how to handle elements such as business, technology and people; and how to work with donors in an accountable way.

http://www.ictliteracy.info/greenict.htm
Green ICT focuses on the impact of ICT on the environment and the use of ICT applications for monitoring climate changes and sustainable development. It has a wide range of recommendable research papers on this topic.

http://education-portal.com/articles/10_Sources_for_Free_Online_Technology_Courses.html
This is a good site for anyone interested in doing an online course to polish up on various aspects of ICT skills. The quote on the site puts it best: "The days are gone when our only tools were spears, fishing poles and stone knives. Nowadays, technology dominates everything from communications and energy production to transportation. If you feel overwhelmed, check out some of these free online courses to build your technological savvy".

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