By Amy Johstono, The Valdosta State Spectator
Because students have started using their laptops during classes, professors are making a point to restrict the use of computers during class. The main reason for this is that professors believe that instead of taking notes, students will focus more on Facebook, Twitter, or spend their time playing computer games. They say that not only will the computers distract the student who’s surfing the web, but also distract other students around him or her. Computers aren’t all that bad. Taking notes on a computer is actually beneficial in several ways compared to more archaic methods of note taking like paper and pen. If students were allowed to take notes on computers, they would be able to take notes faster more efficiently. We also wouldn’t have to spend as much money on school supplies. If students are taking four classes they’ll spend at least $20 on notebooks, paper, pens, pencils and highlighters. Taking notes on computers would also help reduce the carbon footprints of VSU students with fewer trees needing to be cut down to fill notebooks.
http://www.vsuspectator.com/2010/09/29/professors-should-embrace-technology/
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