At least two chairs are at the computer at all times. This arrangement allows for collaborative problem solving and sharing of ideas. Children need to have opportunities to work independently of adults. The computer software that we use allows independent use. We choose software with verbal instructions or picture menus that allow children to work with little adult intervention.
Kids learn by doing.
The software that we choose allows the child to explore concepts, determine the pace and the direction of the experience, and use of their creativity. Developmentally appropriate software is open-ended and calls for thinking and active problem solving. Just like blocks and paints, computers are a beneficial tool in an early childhood classroom. Children have the freedom to explore this tool in a supportive environment that encourages active exploration.