Many Elementary Schools Have Computer Labs Rather Than Placing Computers

question 38

Essay

Many elementary schools have computer labs rather than placing computers in the classrooms.What are the problems with this approach for primary children?

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, where the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Deindividuation

A psychological state where an individual loses self-awareness and self-restraint, often in group settings, leading to uncharacteristic behavior.

Normative Influence

A type of social influence that leads individuals to conform in order to be accepted and liked by others.

Informational

Relating to or providing information; designed to convey knowledge or provide explanations.