Every incoming freshman will get an iPad Pro at Ohio State (dispatch.com) 1 points by tnash 8y ago ↗ HN
[–] cujic9 8y ago ↗ I'm not convinced that these "computers in the classroom" programs actually help students learn.Computers are a great lever for amplifying effort when producing something (ie: a "bicycle for the mind").But technology is just too seductive of a distraction when trying to learn.Plus, tablets are not even computers. They are built for consumption, not production. They aren't even good for note-taking. [–] DamnYuppie 8y ago ↗ I don't disagree with any of your points. Another angle to consider is that is more of a marketing ploy to attract "customers". The net cost of it is easily offset by their tuition increases.
[–] DamnYuppie 8y ago ↗ I don't disagree with any of your points. Another angle to consider is that is more of a marketing ploy to attract "customers". The net cost of it is easily offset by their tuition increases.
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[ 3.1 ms ] story [ 16.1 ms ] threadComputers are a great lever for amplifying effort when producing something (ie: a "bicycle for the mind").
But technology is just too seductive of a distraction when trying to learn.
Plus, tablets are not even computers. They are built for consumption, not production. They aren't even good for note-taking.