Video and computer games are highly controversial issue amongst parents, teachers, and also psychologists. Video and computer games are likely to increase hand-eye coordination that is a valuable skill in life. It was also found that they play important role in peer interaction. Children that do not play video and computer games are likely to [...]
Posted on May 4th, 2008 by Irina Benjamin
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Do computers have the potential to change the way children think? Teaching methods are associated and influenced by psychological theories of child development. Although progressive methods of teaching are already partly exercised in the present education system, traditional methods are still in use. Implementation of computers into classroom requires reconsideration of today’s teaching methods. There [...]
Posted on May 2nd, 2008 by Irina Benjamin
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Daniel Tulao Sr. and his wife, Wilma, are debating whether to buy a cell phone for their young son, Daniel Jr.
The Union City couple would like him to have one so he can check in with them when they’re apart and to help find him when they’re picking him up from somewhere.
They’re not worried that [...]
Posted on April 5th, 2008 by Irina Benjamin
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