The internet of things technologies in teaching, learning and basic education management

Abstract

South Africa's push for universal access to education and for improved teaching and learning calls for a number of appropriate measures to be put in place. This paper proposes the adoption of internet of things technologies (IoT) in improving learning, teaching and basic education management. It is an attempt to influence policy on the potential of IoT in improving learning, teaching and management at the basic education level. The paper identifies areas of health in education, teacher education, learner support, social mobilisation and support services, planning and delivery oversight, quality assessment, inclusive education and curriculum policy, support and monitoring as areas where IoT technologies can be adopted. A number of IoT technologies that can be of value in these areas are identified as examples.