Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Should schools supply computers to all students?
When considering providing each student with a personal computer at school, the pro's and con's must both be considered in order to form an educated opinion. Computers for each student would promote technological literacy preparing students who will be comfortable with different programs and media. The other side of the argument would be the cost for school districts in order to provide computers for each student. I grew up in a school where there were two computer labs as well as a mobile lab which had about 25 lap top computers that different teachers could use. I feel that I had adequate exposure to technology through these labs. I also like the process of pen and paper, but that's just my preference, so I would rather not have to use a notebook computer at school. Many school districts are facing budget cuts and although notebook computers would benefit students, it doesn't seem like a realistic expense at this time.
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Concerning the cost...
ReplyDeleteSome schools are looking at ways to make the cost of one-to-one computers more feasible. With 24/7 access to the Internet, are textbooks necessary? Not buying textbooks would save a lot of money. Do the one-to-one computers have to be the fastest and best? Could they be netbooks (less costly) with higher-end stations available at school? Can we go paperless in our classrooms and in school management? That would save many bucks now spent on paper and ink.