ICT in classroom communication – UGC NET Question

Statement D is the only wrong statement because it incorrectly assumes that technology by itself is sufficient to guarantee effective communication. In reality, the effectiveness of classroom communication depends on how the teacher designs and facilitates interactions, even when ICT tools are available. Statements A, B and C correctly describe how PowerPoint, Learning Management Systems and response systems affect the direction and richness of classroom communication. Therefore, the correct choice is the option that selects only D as the wrong statement.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it labels both A and D as wrong. While statement D is indeed wrong, statement A is correct in pointing out that a PowerPoint lecture delivered without interaction can become predominantly one-way. Treating A as wrong ignores the communication implications of passive slide presentations.

Option B:
Option B is correct because it isolates D as the sole wrong statement. Statement D overgeneralises the benefits of ICT by ignoring the crucial role of pedagogy, interaction design and feedback. Recognising that A, B and C are accurate while only D is problematic aligns this option with the intended logic of the question.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it groups A, B and D together as wrong statements. Both A and B are actually correct; A highlights a limitation of non-interactive slide use and B notes the interactive features of Learning Management Systems. Including these true statements with the genuinely wrong statement D makes this combination invalid.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it treats B, C and D as wrong. Statements B and C correctly explain how Learning Management Systems and response systems can support two-way communication and feedback. By misclassifying these accurate statements as wrong, this option fails to reflect the conceptual understanding of ICT-mediated classroom communication.