4 FAQs about Advantages and disadvantages of portable computer cabinets used in schools

Do students like using portable computers?

Most studies have found that students like using portable computers (Walker, Rockman & Chessler, 2000) with Gardner et al. (1994b) going further to conclude that because students are less likely to perceive that they were going to computing this more readily permits the integration of computer use with any learning task.

How will portable computer technology impact schooling?

The impact on schooling is difficult to predict. If children do need better schooling and computer support will assist in providing this, then portable computer technologies implemented with the appropriate support will realise the potential so long envisaged.

Why do teachers use portable computing devices?

A number of studies have found that by teachers facilitating the use of portable computing devices they are encouraged to use more constructivist pedagogical practices probably because of the focus on student action resulting from control of the computers (Loader, 1993; Metis Associates, 1999; Walker et aI., 2000).

Will students have a portable computer in the future?

It is relatively safe to suggest that students in the future will have some form of portable computer device. The impact on schooling is difficult to predict.

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