Blog 2- Computers

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 My second technology I am going to talk about is going to be the computers or laptops from RQ2 Hardware. Most classrooms now have at least a few computers and laptops for students to utilize when doing supplementary work! Students can use their computers for educational games, communication with their peers and teachers, researching, and even writing. Computers have endless uses and can be a great tool in the educational world. I think that computers are becoming more an more accessible and easy to use as technology becomes better and better. As a future educator, I honestly think using computers or laptops is inevitable, but for a good reason! I would connect this to the seven event framework as gaining attention or information processing. 


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  1. Carly HainlineApril 24, 2023 at 3:12 PM

    Hi Maddi! I never had laptops in the classroom growing up, I think the districts started providing them for students right after I graduated. Computers are definitely an excellent resource, and I could see them being utilized daily in the classroom. Great post!

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  2. Renee GearApril 27, 2023 at 8:46 PM

    Hello Maddi- Great post! What framework did you connect this to? I am wondering what your thoughts are about how low-income schools can use laptops and computers when they cannot afford to provide one for every student. I have ideas, but I am curious to hear yours since you chose to research and explore this tool.

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