Educational technology is the study and practice of facilitating e-learning through the appropriate use of technology to improve learning and performance. It encompasses instructional theory and learning theory. Educational technology includes software, hardware, internet applications like wikis and blogs, and other systems used to develop human capabilities beyond just instructional technology which focuses on design, development, use, management and evaluation of learning processes and resources. This course on technology and innovation in ICT education will define educational technology, discuss learning theory, and have students use tools like Gmail, Wikispaces, Blendspace, and create a Facebook group to participate in class activities.