access to computers
Online Learning Draws Converts and Controversy
Friday, February 8th, 2008Half a million American children take classes online, reports an article in the New York Times. And they don’t mean just college students. Many of these are elementary aged, and some get all of their schooling from virtual learning.
There are two basic models of online learning. One is where students take courses to supplement their [...]
Is Computerese Corrupting Our Language?
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008My dentist recently went hi tech by sending appointment reminders via text messages. Since I’m not as adept as youngsters in text messages, I take the shortest cut possible to respond: OK c u Fri.
Writing emails, posting on message boards, sending text messages and IMs has given a whole new face to personal communication. I [...]
Online Only “Choice” Widens the Gap
Thursday, January 3rd, 2008An article in the Charlotte Observer announced that Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools will no longer accept paper applications to their magnet schools. Regardless of whether families have computer access, they must submit applications online. Although efforts are being made to make this “choice” available to all, it’s one more example of the widening gap between the haves [...]