In some schools, however, equipping a computer lab or purchasing computers for incremental roll-out are not options. Each classroom may be allocated only one computer. Teachers in such situations have learned how to survive in a one-computer classroom . One strategy is to set up different workstations for students to use when working on a project. Access to a computer with an Internet connection or CD-ROM capabilities may be one workstation, and other resources can be available at other workstations.
Students can rotate from one workstation to the next.
Other options include allowing students to use the computer during free time or when they finish their class work. A valuable tool for a one-computer classroom is a projector or large monitor that teachers can use to make the computer screen more visible to students. The teacher can use the computer or have students take turns using it, and the increased visibility enables the rest of the class to see their efforts. Some schools have chosen to start with their Internet connection in the school library. This location necessitates that the information specialist is aware of educational sites to supplement students' classroom activities.