We are learning that kids should create PowerPoint slide shows as assignments. This kind of assignment increases student motivation and interest. There are problem solving skills that get used when creating a slide show. Kids that are in school now will never know a time when this kind of media did not exist. Encouraging students to use the new technology is a necessity.
Students can influence their teachers.
If students use the new technology for their assignments it might help a teacher who is a little timid to try. Another consideration with digital photos is that certain things about photos that have been digitized can be correted. Many people who PhotoShop to clean up their photos. There are many other programs that also clean photos. I personally like Paint Shop Pro.