1. Introduction
Vast technology advances over the millennia has developed digital communities all over the world. Recognized as
a vehicle that can elevate the education system to a higher level in a technology driven world, many countries are
exploring the potential of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) as a means of improving and
enhancing the learning of the e-generation as well as achieving efficiencies in classroom instructions. A matrix of
ICT initiatives were carried out in many countries global wide since the last decade with the governments investing
massive expenditure to harness and entrench ICT into the education system.
The integration of ICT is an essential agenda of the government to raise standards in schools and promote teachers’
and students’ access, skills and knowledge to new technologies. The application of ICT in education is one of
primary concerns for educators all over the world. Since the early 1970s, the Malaysian Government introduced a
myriad of initiatives to facilitate a wider adoption of ICT to boost capabilities in every field including education
(Ministry of Education, 2005). New initiatives and innovations have been introduced to elevate the Malaysian
educational system to fulfill the national aspirations as well as to meet the international challenges. The emergence