Abstract:
This paper discusses, within a constructivist framework, the use of new information and communication technologies in the educational process, indicating the consequent challenges posed to instructional design and teaching practice. An overview is given of how the constructivist approach can affect both materials and teaching practices which rely upon such new technologies. From the same perspective, the discussion develops some considerations regarding consequent modifications in the educational aspects of school environment, for example, the role of the teacher and the assessment within projects involving technological innovation. The chief aim of the present work is to provide a review of how this topic has been presented in Brazilian and foreign educational publications, which it is hoped may be of help to those interested in recent trends in the introduction of new technologies in education.