Computers In Elementary Education

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Computers In Elementary Education

• Natalia Rodriguez

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How Technology Helps In Classrooms?
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Computers - A Valuable Tool

• Software Helps in Teaching
• Reading
• Writing
• Spelling
• Math

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Improves Self-Esteem and Motivation

• Child is happy when completing something fun
• Student feels better when subject is understood.
• Child is confident, and wants to learn more

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Student and Teacher Role

• Children role changes from active to passive
• Teacher role changes from dispenser of
  information to facilitator

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Technical Skills

• Students learn a basic understand of how
  computers work
• Start addressing computer conflicts at early age

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How Computer Affect Learning
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General Problems

• Headaches
• Blurred Vision
• Increased Blur Distance

• Sensitivity to bright light
• Eye Syndrome
• Carpal tunnel Syndrome

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Distractions

• Students would rather play
• Dont Care as long as its done
• Dont understand how to use
• Not interested in computers
• Cant afford

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Summary Pros Cons

• Health Problems
• Distraction in classroom

• Improved Motivation and self esteem
• Different student and teacher roles
• Technical Skills at Early Age

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Why Is It Important ?

• The world is rapidly changing, technology
  being the greatest change. Computers are becoming
  more influential in our lives therefore it is
  important to know how using computers can enhance
  our learning process.

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Resources

• Pro and Cons of Computers in Classroom
• Are Computers Necessity or Luxury?
• Impact of Media in Schools
• Impact of computers in schools Two Authors, Two
  Perspectives
• Technology in Schools
• Effects of Technology on Students and Classrooms
• Pictures