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This paper presents a discussion on the ineffectiveness of classroom computers. Billions of dollars are being spent each year nationwide on computers in the classroom and our national test scores are still declining. As long as the machines serve as dust collectors in the back of the classroom, we need to divert what we are spending to better uses. Lack of training, fast paced advances, and teacher apathy are all discussed.

Tags:EDUCATION / TECHNOLOGY AND EDUCATION, computers classrooms effective

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This paper discusses the relationship between the use of computers in the classroom and the decline in our national testing score averages. The writer explains that the government's goal to put computers in every classroom is being achieved at the cost of hiring more teachers, investing in books, artistic programs and field trips. The writer argues that having computers in classrooms may improve a child's ability to learn in a small way, but overall they cause more harm than they do good for young students. When computers are used as primary resources for education they often stunt creativity, reduce proper social skills, and can expose children to early loss of eyesight. The paper concludes that with a reemphasis on critical reading, writing, mathematics, debate, and situations where students have to interact directly with their peers, instead of through an instant message, we will see America's young people take the forefront of education once again.

From the Paper
"When computers are misused in our classrooms, or they are introduced to children when they are too young, they often have the reverse effects that we intend them to have. More often than not students have become accustomed to relying on computers rather than using them as a resource. That is an important distinction we have to make when it comes to computers in the classroom; computers are best when used as secondary resources, as opposed to using them as a primary source of information and learning. It is vital to maintain basic learning skills like critical reading and critical writing because we as a society have put more emphasis on relying on software to do things for us."

Tags:science traditional funding, social problem, music, sex education

Abstract
Computers have been slow to become part of American public schools, becoming common only after they had become an integral part of the business world and, later, the home market. However, they are now so widely accepted, that they are an important factor in all educational plans for the new millennium. The paper looks at how computers provide an invaluable and sophisticated tool for teaching. It shows, however, that they must be used effectively, by teachers trained in computer technology and by students skilled in taking full advantage of their diverse benefits. The paper shows the advantages of the presence of computers in the classroom, such as giving classrooms access to distant sources of information, allowing students to learn at their own pace, and permitting teachers to connect curricula in unique and creative ways. The paper shows, however that computers can also limit educational opportunities, perpetuate misinformation and isolate their users.

From the Paper
"Computers can serve a number of specific purposes in the classroom. First, they can allow students to learn at their own pace, allowing them to proceed quickly through material they are able to grasp easily and to slow down, repeat, or seek clarification when they need additional help. Computerized lesson plans can include mini-tests at almost every step, to assure that students are actually mastering the material, rather than simply scrolling through the information. Computers can be used to teach both basic skills and complex, advanced concepts, using a wide variety of audiovisual examples, soundbites, and links to related lessons."

Tags:Microprocessor, lesson, plans, networks

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This paper examines the quality of use of computers in the classroom and the advantages to both students and teachers. It looks at how students can benefit from well-trained and informed teachers and how professional development is available for teachers through a variety of sources, including online education courses. It evaluates the learning opportunities provided by on-line contact for students. It looks at how computers can particularly useful in the area of second language learning and how computer-assisted instructional (CAI) programs aid development in reading and writing skills.

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"Computers, as a visual medium, are valuable for learning about the culture (food, dress, country climate, etc.) related to the language (Willets, 1992, p. 2). Various websites maintained by tourism boards and historical societies, and the like, are interesting, entertaining, and educational in that they allow for the exploration of numerous cultures and countries around the world. Computers, as an auditory medium, are valuable for experiencing cultural/folk music, thereby enhancing a student's understanding and enjoyment of the culture and the language. Of course, "talking" programs provide examples of the spoken language and correct accent. The same can be said about the applications of the new technologies in the LEP (Limited English Proficiency) classroom, as well."

Tags:online, internet, skills, teachers, students

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In this research proposal, the writer notes that computer technology is becoming more widely used in American classrooms today as a means of supporting instruction in the K-12 classroom. The writer maintains that studies have shown that many K-12 teachers do not possess the requisite background and understanding of how these technologies can or should be used, with the result that even when computers are present in the classroom, they may not be used to their maximum effect. To help better understand the challenges and constraints facing K-12 teachers in general and teachers of special needs students in the New York City public schools in particular, this study provides a series of case studies and a critical review of the peer-reviewed and scholarly literature. The writer discusses whether computers can be used to supplement and improve education. The writer then examines the
advantages and disadvantages of using computers to supplement and improve education. Further, the writer discusses whether technology will promote or hamper students with learning disorders and special needs. The writer concludes that the focus of the research remains on identifying what techniques have been proven to work and determining what has not to develop a best practices approach to using computers to help special needs students achieve improved academic outcomes.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Significance of Study
Rationale of the Study
Research Questions
Preliminary Review of Related Literature
Methodology

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"While the use of computers in American society in general and in the public schools in particular has increased in recent years, many of these resources remained underutilized or used inappropriately. For example, researchers have determined that just 25 percent of secondary English teachers, 17 percent of science teachers, 13 percent of social studies teachers, and just 11 percent of math teachers make weekly use of computers in their classrooms. Moreover, even in those instances where computers are used routinely in the classroom, they are not used as the type of tool that can help students better understand sophisticated concepts or visualize concepts in a new ways; instead, the majority of teachers and students currently use technology and more specifically drill-and-practice tools and application software, to automate previous instructional practices."

Tags:technology, instruction, students, teachers

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"A number of technological advancements have made their way into the classroom in recent years. Computer-based instruction and databases have been used in education with increasing regularity over the past two decades. In addition, the 1980's saw the development of exciting new innovations in classroom technology such as the use of modems and interactive videodiscs. The most important technological development in the classroom has been the computer. Prior to the 1970's, the widespread use of computers in education was impractical because of their great size and expense. However, since then, the revolution in micro-chip technology has made it possible for all classrooms to be equipped with personal computers which are linked to one another. Today, 97 percent of the public schools in the United States have at least one computer ("High-tech," ... "

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This paper discusses the ways that information technology is being used to enhance and influence learning in the classroom. The paper discusses the positive influence computers are having on teacher productivity. It also examines the productive pedagogy model, the theory of constructivism and the various approaches to computer assisted language learning that have become relevant with the introduction of computers into the classroom.

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"Education on all levels, from grade schools through college, has been greatly enhanced by computer technology and the increasing presence of personal computers in the classroom. Because of Information Technology, teachers have an unprecedented opportunity to vastly improve the process of teaching and learning. They also have the theories of futurists such as Toffler, Goodman, and Ellul; their studies of human society, history, and culture; and their predictions as to how civilization is changing because of technology, to use to guide them in educating our children. With these tools they can adapt to the relentless advances of technology, and through fully computerized classrooms, help build a new and better global home for all of us."

Tags:productive, pedagogy, constructivism

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This paper examines how in the field of education, computer technology continues to change the way people both teach and learn. It analyzes how this new technology has effected changes in the classroom from educational programs such as "Barney" and "Sesame Street" for pre-school children to distance learning for home schooled children.

Outline
Early Childhood Education
Elementary and Middle School
Distance Learning
Disadvantages
Conclusion

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"Personal computers and educational compact discs (CDs) and online databases and networks have made home schooling easier, more popular and more effective. Home-schooled students can augment their education with websites like AlternaTime, a timeline site broken into categories like history and culture, science and technology and arts and literature (Troutner). Computer technology provides families who opt for home schooling with more resources that are readily available.
Many adults have also benefited from the availability of distance learning. These include people who work full-time, or single parents who cannot always leave their children to go to school. Given the precarious economy, many more people are expected to take advantage of distance learning programs, to either shore up their qualifications or to learn new skills."

Tags:websites, home, schooling, distance, learning

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"Once upon a time the television was looked upon as the new classroom blackboard from which students could learn and master any number of subjects; it was touted as the worldwide classroom. Today it is the computer that has been thus elevated and it is often referred to as the global classroom.


Accurate data regarding the number of public or private schools with computers and software is unavailable. However, "information extrapolated from a recent survey by the market research firm Quality Education Data (QED) suggests that about one-third of U.S. schools have installed a LAN with internet access" (Tenbusch & Vaughan, 1998, p. 1). Tenbush & Vaughan (1998) go on to write, "But with the momentum provided by the federal e-rate program and the annual NetDay volunteer events..."

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This report focuses on the use of computer-assisted learning (CAL) at the college level and analyzes whether or not the use is an effective way to educate tomorrow's people. It asks if the instructors are using the computer in an appropriate manner and if the use of computers in the classroom setting is beneficial to students or turning students into antisocial zombies.

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"Another study done at the University of Phoenix found similar results. The University of Phoenix, which was founded as a traditional university in the sense of in-class instruction, has also become a very popular virtual college. The study done at the University of Phoenix compared two different classes student test scores one of which was an online class the other a traditional class. The results were very similar to that of Souder's research, the students in the CAL class tended to score equal or above those students in the traditional class (Dixon, 1996). It is very interesting that at two different colleges with two different instructors, the results were similar. With the information before us it would appear safe to assume that the use of computer assisted learning is an effective method of instruction."

Tags:cal, technology