Winnetka Grade Schoolers Live in Wired World
A research project, presented at the District 36 board meeting, shows students in grades 3-8 use technology for multiple purposes every day. Nearly one in five students reported having their own computer.
Students in Winnetka Public Schools District 36 use iPads, iPods, electronic readers and video games so much that for many of them, computers -- desktops or laptops -- are an afterthought. That was one of the findings in “Tap the Screen: Technology Integration in Our Students Lives,” a research project done by Matt Fuller, the district’s technology director, as part of his work towards a doctorate. Fuller presented some of his findings at the April 24 school board meeting at the Carleton Washburne School. Earlier: District 36 Board Sets Goals Fuller convened 55 students from grades 3-8 in all five of the district’s schools last December and January. After analyzing their discussions, he found mentions of 80 Apple operating system devices…
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8:17 am on Thursday, April 26, 2012
This is probably a discussion for another time, but it truly is a shame that not all school districts and their residents can afford or have access to more technology. With cuts in funding, some schools are having to go with the bare minimum. more ›