Abstract:
In this day and age, no one can afford to be computer illiterate or be afraid to use them. Computers have entered every facet of our lives and we need to feel comfortable around them and know how to utilize their full capacities. The computer is a very handy tool that has the ability to help us all in a variety of different ways. There are three basic approaches in which to introduce a computer in a classroom. The first way to be discussed is that of a computer center that functions as a learning center. A second manner of computer presentation to be discussed will be that of a single computer being used by the teacher to instruct an entire classroom. The third manner of presentation involves the employment of a computer lab.In order to make use of the three approaches mentioned, one must consider software selection. The final portion of this work contains suggestions of developmentally appropriate activities for grades kindergarten through the third grade.
