I makes for fewer electives for our 4 year LA degree. In my opinion this is not a major problem. My approach to the computer is to introduce the student to the tool s nad then allow any flavor of integration or total abstinence. My personal opinion is that the digital tools are very important. Choice is a wonderful thing.
Carrots are always preferred to sticks.
I think I have been in agriculture too long. I agree with your statement about ccomputers being yesterday. The MIT Media Lab with Nicholas Negroponte are way ahead of us.