This article was well written. Everytime the author brought up a point I would think to myself, "I understand but I need an example for this to really sink in." Then the fallowing sentences would give a rich real life example.
The examples were really good for clarifying the meaning. The author compares tv, computers, and finger painting. This gave me a very clear mental picture and understanding of how the computer is a medium, just as we've been talking about in class.
The article also informed me about two technilogical advances that I had never heard of before. One was the computer clubhouses. I've heard of computer labs and internet cafes before, but never computer clubhouses. I think this idea is so cool! A place where youth can go and become creaters. I'd also never heard of LEGO MindStorms and that just sounds awsome!
I thought the author brought up a really important point. The author states, "Most of today's computers were designed primarily for use by adults in the workplace. We need to develop a new generation of computer technologies worthy of the next generation of children." Many children are not going to take interest in something that's created for adults. Young generations are the gateway to our future of technology. Targeting that demographic is the key to technological education and future advaces.
One point mentioned in the article I disagreed with. The author states that, "In the digital age, learning can and must become a daylong and lifelong expirience." This is true however, not solely in pertaining to digital technology. This statement is true for all of the ages and all types of education. Education needs to be a lifelong expirience.
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I agree with basically everything you said. I have never thought about remaking computers to be more kid friendly. But it seems like a great idea, in fact I can't beleive its taken this long for someone to think of that. We can use these computers that are meant for children at a young age and use them to our advantage so the kids can benefit from this amazing technology. I do agree with your last statement!
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