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Improving Schools with Technology

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In the last decade, computers have become essential for finishing many tasks and assignments and the Information Technology industry has make an enormous progress in improving the learning experience on a computer. Almost all students are learning from computers all around the world, no matter of subject and education level. A computer is not a privilege anymore and it gradually becomes a necessity. Nowadays, everyone has access to a computer and a stable internet connection and it is essential to have those same conditions at school. Since students spend much time studying in school out of classes, it will be of a great help for everyone to have a computer by his/her side. It is clear that every school is equipped with a library, but sometimes it isn’t enough. Every student can get any kind of information on the internet in a few seconds, instead of searching in a library that may not have the answer. Using the computers, students will have an opportunity to improve their computer skills and will be better prepared for their future job. Also, computers can help disabled students make school easier. To be honest, everybody needs a break and if some students have a lot to study, they will spend their free time studying, but with computers, they will do this much faster and have time to relax a little bit. In the book by Joyce L. Epstein, School, Family and Community Partnerships, it is stressed that the education system relies on the quality of education in schools and the environment in which the students study. In the book, the author stresses the need of a suitable environment with competent teachers. Joyce Epstein puts teachers in the position of improving the studying experience. Since the benefits are mentioned above, it is only fair to take a look at the drawbacks of putting more computers on campus. It is no secret that many people use the time for studying, chatting, playing games etc. The computers may make this easier for

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