Sunday, September 23, 2007

Synthesis Activity

Articles- "Computers and Technology" and "Who Needs Computers?"

Thesis- Richard Ohmann and Clifford Stoll, the authors of the two articles "Computers and Technology" and "Who Needs Computers?", both agree that technology is not only a hinderance when it comes to education and the classroom, but is even extremely destructive.

Intro- Quick overview of the two author's main points.

Body:
-computers make it easier to plagarize.
-de-emphasizes the importance of reading.
-abandons the standard tradition of teaching.
-business and politics behind school's spending on technology.

Conclusion- Wrap everything up.

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