Keep them next to the computer for easy access. Keep the computer, monitor, and printer covered when not in use. The computer learning center should be made interesting and accessible for the children. Placing related toys, games, books, or activities nearby and available to the children will be helpful in reinforcing concepts. Label the parts of the computer system to encourage the children to become familiar with the written words associated with each part, as well as to reinforce the word-object relationship.
Reminders help foster children's independent computer use.
Equipment Requirements For children to achieve the most benefit from the computer center, certain pieces of equipment are needed. Besides the computer and the monitor, the type of equipment used for positioning the computer will determine its accessibility for all children. The following is certainly not inclusive, but serves as a good starting point. The monitor height will need to be adjusted to the child's eye level for children in wheelchairs. Depending on the size of the wheelchair, the top shelf on some carts may need to be removed entirely.