Computer Availability and Use by Young Children in Childcare Settings

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Martin, S., Forsbach-Rothman, T. & Crawford, C. (2004). Computer Availability and Use by Young Children in Childcare Settings. Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual, 2004(1), 121-134. AACE.
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Journal Information

Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual
ISSN 1522-8185
Volume 2004, Issue 1, 2004
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)

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Authors

Sylvia Martin, Terri Forsbach-Rothman, Monmouth University, USA; Caroline Crawford, University of Houston-Clear Lake, USA

Abstract

Technology integration into the early childhood environment provides learning opportunities that promote self-directed learning and interaction with peers for young children with disabilities. This study reports the results and implications of a survey of 132 inclusive childcare settings on the availability of computers in childcare settings, children’ s use of computers, and the types of software available to young children. Findings of interest include (a) a relationship between childcare cost and access to computers, (b) a finding that childcare settings are less likely to have software for play, and (c) designated computer centers were found to be lacking. Implications for teacher training are discussed.

Keywords

• Children
• Learning Disabilities
• Computers
• Software

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