IMPACT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES ON COLOMBIAN PRIMARY EDUCATION IN RURAL AREAS

Abstract

Information and communication technologies are currently an important part of students' academic training within the Colombian education system, whether in urban or rural areas. Based on this perspective of reality, from which the argumentative essay emerges, its purpose is to reflect on the role of information and communication technologies (ICT) in teaching processes, with an emphasis on the rural sector. The methodology adopted is based on a review of the literature, which allows for argumentation and, at the same time, the development of a comprehensive dissertation on the topic addressed, which becomes a contribution to help teachers address issues related to ICT in primary education in rural areas. The results achieved highlight the technological gap that exists between rural and urban areas. Furthermore, the lack of attention paid to official educational institutions by the Colombian state and educational authorities is notable. It is inexcusable that ICTs are currently distanced from rural education, given the demands and concerns of primary school students, thereby generating progress and development in the pedagogical sphere. Finally, its theoretical value allows us to recognize the role of information and communication technologies (ICT) in teaching processes, with an emphasis on the rural sector.