Connection Between Computers and Education (Perceptions)

Perceptions that Michael T. Romano makes that I most closely identify with:

There is a generalized intuitive feeling that computers should have a vital role in teaching and learning. what is lacking is a sharply focused definition of that role and a strategy for integrating computers into education alongside books. and chalkboards-in a mode that secures the teacher's central role. I know many teachers that seem to be enthusiastic about using the computer in the classroom, but have no idea where to begin. There needs to be some in depth training specifically on how to use the computer with lessons.

Because computers store multimedia information interactively retrievable utilizing software that is course-specific, they allow teachers to provide each member of the class an increased number of individualized learning experiences based on the learner's needs rather than the teacher's availability. Everyone has their own learning style. Students may use differently learning styles in regards to certain subjects as well. Multimedia programs allow students to learn at their own pace and level. The best thing about these programs is that it allows all students to be successful.

At the beginning of the twenty-first century, it is apparent that society is driven by information managed in three literacy modes: print literacy, video literacy, and computer literacy. To maximally empower teachers, all three should be integrated into the implementation of the curriculum. What is not apparent is how this is best accomplished. I think that this statement reflects what was mentioned above, that is, teachers are not comfortable in integrating the computer into their classroom lessons. Not that they are not willing to do it, they just do not know how to do it. Consistent training and actual lesson demonstrations would be helpful to teachers.

Interactive multimedia, stored and retrieved by computer, represents a linkage, or convergence, of print literacy, video literacy, and computer literacy. Its growing importance in contemporary society suggests it be identified by the term the new literacy. its full potential in the classroom is significant and still to be realized. The combination of all three would greatly impact a teacher's method of lesson planning. If mastered, one would have an extremely beneficial literacy program. Students would receive a well-rounded education in literacy.

The new literacy-interactive multimedia-offers teachers the opportunity to improve the fidelity, the relevancy, and the accessibility of the information driving the teaching-learning process and thus enhance student achievement. The goal is to enhance student achievement. New literacy-interactive multimedia does achieve this. It allows one multiple ways to find, grasp and understand ideas.

The fundamental role of computers in the classroom is to extend the capacity of teachers to provide individualized tutoring to learners, thus compensating for the disparity in each individual's capacity to achieve. Multimedia programs allow for students to work on an individual pace. They give tutorials, explanations, examples, etc. to help the student understand the concepts. Being a teacher, I understand that all students are not always on the same pace. These programs allow all students the capability to be successful. I think that it is a fantastic idea for each student to have their own computer.