Effectiveness of Refresher Program of 'Information Communication Technology and Education' on Special Educators

As COVID-19 pandemic era taught us the importance of use of technology in each area of our daily living. Education is also not an exception. During this pandemic, the support of information communication technology has handled the process of educating our young generation efficiently. The Information Communication Technology is really a blessing in Today's world. It has been proven that no boundary can stop communication between people. The purpose of the present study also examined the effect of the refresher program on the topic Application of ICT and education" on in service special educators. Therefore the 18 hours training program was implemented as a refresher course approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India, New Delhi. The Study sample included 30 special educators from the various states. This program was organized through online mode. The effectiveness was calculated through studying the difference between pre and post test before and after the course using t-test. The result of the study shown significant difference between the scores obtained in pre test and post tests. It means the refresher course enhanced the skills and knowledge about ICT in Special teachers.