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One Head Start Classroom's Experience: Computers and Young Children's Development.

Authors :
Fischer, Melissa Anne
Gillespie, Catherine Wilson
Source :
Young Children. Jul 2003 58(4):85-91.
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

Contends that early childhood educators need to understand how exposure to computers and constructive computer programs affects the development of children. Specifically examines: (1) research on children's technology experiences; (2) determining best practices; and (3) addressing educators' concerns about computers replacing other developmentally appropriate activities, difficulty levels, social effects, student control, and stifled creativity; and (4) teacher role. (SD)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1538-6619
Volume :
58
Issue :
4
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Young Children
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ676583
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - General