Group Activity: The Future of ICT
Time: 60 minutes
Group: 8 Groups
Materials: Yellow Paper, Pen, access to the internet (optional)
Instructions:
1. Introduce the Activity: Briefly explain the four ICT trends presented: convergence,
social media, mobile technologies, and assistive media.
o Convergence - refers to the merging of different technologies and
disciplines into one unified experience. This means our devices are capable
of doing more, often blurring the lines between what was done on
computers, phones, and other dedicated devices.
o Social Media - Think Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more! These are
all examples of social media, online platforms where individuals and
communities connect, share information, and engage in online interactions.
This trend encompasses various types of platforms, each serving different
purposes like sharing news, creating content, networking, and building
communities.
o Mobile Technologies - Smartphones and tablets have revolutionized
communication, entertainment, and access to information. This trend
highlights the growing power and capabilities of mobile devices. With
features like high-speed internet, advanced processors, and diverse apps,
these devices are becoming increasingly central to our lives.
o Assistive Media - This trend focuses on technologies that aid individuals
with disabilities in accessing information and interacting with the world.
Assistive media can include text-to-speech software for visually impaired
users, voice recognition tools for individuals with motor limitations, and other
specialized technologies that promote accessibility and inclusion.
2. Imagine the Future: Divide the group into teams and assign each team one of the
following prompts:
o Group 1 & 5 - Team Convergence: How will convergence continue to
evolve in the next 10 years? What new devices or technologies will
emerge, and how will they impact daily life?
o Group 2 & 6 - Team Social Media: How will social media platforms change
in the future? What new features and functionalities will they offer? Will they
play an even bigger role in society?
o Group 3 & 7 - Team Mobile Technologies: How will mobile technology
advance in the future? What capabilities will future mobile devices
possess? How will they affect communication, work, and entertainment?
o Group 4 & 8 - Team Assistive Media: How can assistive technologies
further empower individuals with disabilities? What innovations will improve
accessibility and inclusion in the future?
3. Brainstorm & Research: Give each team 20 minutes to brainstorm ideas, discuss,
and research relevant information (using the internet if desired). Encourage them
to be creative and think outside the box.
4. Presentation & Discussion: Each team presents their vision for the future of their
assigned ICT trend, highlighting key predictions and supporting their ideas with
examples or research findings.
5. Group Discussion: Facilitate a group discussion about the overall impact of these
evolving ICT trends. Consider questions like:
o How will these trends interact and influence each other?
o What are the potential benefits and challenges associated with these
advancements?
o How can we ensure responsible and ethical development of future ICT
technologies?
6. Wrap-up: Conclude by summarizing the key insights and encouraging participants
to reflect on the potential future of ICT and their role in it.