Computer Programs for Preschoolers
Michael Hilkemeijer
Early Childhood & Primary teacher Technology Integration strategist and specialist
Today, not all experiences with computers equally benefit young children’s learning as much depends on the preschool software programs being used. The key to the productive process of integration and the promotion of effective learning with ICT is the context and the actions of yourself as the early childhood teacher.
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When choosing computer programs for preschoolers, it is important you that they are high-quality and should be selected according to sound educational principles.
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There are many ways to use computer programs for preschools that are found on most adults’ computers to accomplish early learning goals. This is an important part of preschool computer learning as children need to know how YOU use computers.
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For example, you can let the children see you type the weekly parent update in MS Word and print out copies. Or you can work with children to show them how to play with different fonts and sizes, or with WordArt and other graphics.
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And what about MS Excel and PowerPoint? These are also computer programs that young children can use to achieve early learning goals.?
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If you are interested in looking for computer games for preschoolers, here are 5 top sites to look at today:
In choosing, it is best to abide by the guiding principles of DATEC where it states that: