Information Technology in Primary Schools
Today, the vast majority of students study in classrooms with computers and Internet access. Information technology in the primary school classroom is a valuable tool that allows students to do complex kinds of problem solving and research that would be impossible without a computer.
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Increased Self-Esteem
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Teachers report that students with computers in the classroom show an increased sense of competence by mastering technology, according to the U.S. Department of Education. They get excited about coming to school. Students who show less aptitude or ability for traditional academic tasks often find satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment from working with technology.
Building Social Skills
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According to education expert Alper Kumtepe, kindergartners who use computers exhibit fewer behavioral problems and an increased desire to work collaboratively with their peers. With information technology in the classroom, teachers observe a considerable amount of peer tutoring as students who have more experience with computers help the ones who are having trouble.
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Changing Roles
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When information technology is used in the classroom, students are no longer the passive recipients of information provided by a teacher or a book, according to the U.S. Department of Education. The teacher becomes a facilitator who sets project goals and provides guidelines and resources. The student using a computer as a tool can define his own goals, make his own decisions and chart his own progress.
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