ICT Readiness for Education and Effective E-Learning System Approach in Myanmar

Abstract

E-learning is the fast and essential method of delivering educational contents. E-learning can support one of the alternative ways of quality teaching and learning as well as lifelong learning. The paper argues for the establishment of a sophisticated e-learning system in Myanmar which integrates technology, pedagogy, and content. Elearning is an essential component for contemporary education, with many benefits for effective teaching and learning. In recognition of this, the government of Myanmar has made many attempts to provide ICT infrastructure and promote e-learning centers through policies and project initiatives. However, these have failed to substantially improve e-learning in Myanmar because of budget limitation, technical barriers, and lack of management technology integration. This paper draws on the rapid application development tools and open sources application to develop a new e-learning system for Myanmar which will achieve greater impact through an integrated system approach.