Friday, September 7, 2007

Post #1

This chapter pretty much discussed the basics of computers. I knew most of the terms in the chapter, although I have to admit that I know them mostly due to the fact that my step dad is a computer networker. This chapter discusses different types of computer, such as PC and laptops. I also learned a lot about the software and how it works with the hard drive to complete the tasks that I am trying to do. The chapter also discusses the many uses of the internet for teaching and just for the use of any user to find out basically any information. Everything is now on the internet, even newspapers and catalogs, and I think that it has become a wonderful way for students to receive information and learn. I was glad to learn about E-rate which helps schools purchase computers for their students to access because the internet and computers are taking over our way of learning, which is definately a positive. The reasoning behind using computers and technology for students is obvious and with the way our environment in school is constantly changing it is important for students to be educated with the latest technology.
(Sorry I kind of mixed the paragraphs into one and went back and forth between subjects)

2 comments:

katelk said...

I knew a lot of these terms and technologies from the chapter, also because my dad is a computer technician. I think it is interesting to learn how technology is changing the way children learn, though, and agree that we must keep up on technology because it is an important aspect of education today.

Brittani's Mind said...

The flower in your picture is beautiful.