The Rise of Information and Communication Technology Era in the Israeli Educational System

Abstract : This chapter is an overview of the development of ICT in Israeli Education, from the first pioneers in the second half of sixties to first half of the nineties, when I (first named author of this chapter) gradually passed on my responsibilities, near to my retirement. It covers policy matters, as revealed in the first published policy papers, some of the main actions and projects executed according to these policies – integrating ICT in the learning process; teaching ICT subjects; integrating use of ICT means in humanities, sciences and professional education; ICT in educational management; principals’, teachers’ and staff training, support and updating and some related organizational details. It ends with a glimpse to recent problems and policy decisions.