Friday, October 24, 2008

Technology vs Children



I would prefer technology as computer technology including telecommunications, multimedia and others which integrated with the computer technology. As we all aware, technology becoming one of the significant role in Malaysia today and we cannot deny that this role will increase time to time.

Computers are intrinsically compelling for young children. Children who observed adults working on computers will have the curiosity to explore it too. As what I know and observed, children get interested because they can make things happen with computer. It could enhance their self-esteem. As for that, why not teachers manipulate this innate characteristic to enhance teaching and learning in the language classroom.

Children have very short attention span which could be one of the barrier in learning. This technology could be used to avoid this barrier. Teacher might come out with fun yet effective teaching aids in language classroom. It is not only enjoyable, but it can higher the potential for them to acquire the second language.

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