Compared to a clerical worker, teachers do not have the tools to communicate with the outside world. Also, due to the limited funding teachers rarely get advice or information on the newest technologies. The Net makes it cheaper and easier for teachers to learn from others, trade ideas, plan events like field trips and guest speakers. It also helps get in touch with parents, post class information, assignments for everyone to see. Not only in the same school but through out the world as well.
Kids can organize social events, study in groups, collaborate homework and projects.
Now having a pen pal is not as cumbersome as before but rather easy. The Net also connects kids to schools and resources. Children can educate themselves through surfing the net and talking to experts. However, kids still needs guidance and this is where the teachers and parents play an important role. The Net is only a tool valuable to those who have the motivation and drive to use it.