Vol. 5, Special Issue 4, Part C (2019)

Abstract
Information and communication technologies have changed the orientation of traditional teaching processes and have led to creation of new learning environments. Teacher Education programs must focus on developing teachers with an interactive pedagogy that promotes implementing interactive teaching and learning with digital tools. As current social trends require citizens to be more analytical thinkers and to synthesize information, current teaching practices must develop these higher order thinking skills. Essential conditions for implementing ICT in teacher education are shared vision, access, skilled educators, professional development, technical assistance, content standards and curriculum, student-centered teaching, assessment, community support and support policies. Teacher professional development is absolutely essential if technology provided to schools is to be used effectively.