Role of ICT in Indian Higher Education

Education is a very socially oriented activity and quality education has traditionally been associated with strong teachers having high degrees of personal contact with learners.ICT has become an integral part of today’s teaching learning process. Effective use of technology can motivate students, make our classes more dynamic and interesting and renew teacher enthusiasm as they learn new skills and techniques. The role of ICT in higher education is becoming more and more important and this importance will continue to grow and develop in 21st century. The use of ICT in education not only improves classroom teaching learning process, but also provides the facility of e-learning. The adoption and use of ICTs in education have a positive impact teaching, learning and research. The use of ICT will not only enhance learning environment but also prepare next generation for future lives and careers .This paper highlight the various impacts of ICT on higher education and explores various potential future developments.