Using Computers and the Internet in Schools

Nowadays, computers and the Internet are very important in schools. They help students learn in new and exciting ways. Here is a closer look at how schools are using technology to help students.

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In many classrooms, every student has a computer or a tablet. They use these devices to look up information quickly and to learn about new topics. For example, if they are studying about the rainforest, they can watch videos, read articles, and even take virtual tours of rainforests around the world. This makes learning more fun and interesting.

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Teachers are now using special programs on their computers to make learning more fun. They can create quizzes that students take on their tablets. These quizzes give instant feedback, so students know right away what they got right and what they need to study more. Teachers can also find games and activities online that match what they are teaching in class. This way, students can practice math, spelling, and other subjects in a way that feels like playing.

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Homework and projects are also changing because of technology. Students can now work on group projects without having to be in the same room. They use online tools to share documents, create presentations, and talk about their ideas. This helps them learn how to work with others, even when they are not together. Teachers can check on their progress easily and give advice or help when needed.

【推荐2】Do you want to learn something new? The following advice might be helpful to you.

● Just start!

Learn a new skill can be exciting. Sometimes the scariest thing can be simply the beginning. You may think too much, but that will make you nervous. Just throw yourself in without much thinking.

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You don’t need to master every aspect of your new skill right away. Break it down into parts!

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It may take you a while to improve, and it might seem like others are learning faster than you, but keep looking ahead and soon you will see results.

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See if your friend will practice with your or ask a parent for advice. Learning from others is a great way to develop your own skills!

【推荐2】Last year, I went through every high school senior’s nightmare: I was refused from all the colleges I applied to. It’s not that I was a bad student. I had a narrow vision, applying only to some key schools. So when I got refused, I got into a panic. I thought there was only one path to success, and I wasn’t on it. While all my friends were picking out twin extra-long sheets, I was left wondering what kind of future I could have.

【推荐3】“Can’t stop loving you ... ” My 3-year-old son was singing. But I was not in the ________ to sing along. My manager at the biotech company had just told me that, in spite of my excellent performance, he did not foresee giving me more ________ in the near future. He believed the career growth I sought required a full-time employee. The message ________ me hard. But it brought about a sudden ________ that, in the end, taught me the power of embracing(拥抱) opportunities.