RM> I suspect that there are two camps that are pushing for
RM> computers: The first are those who see computers as an
RM> essential part of our future lives, and who feel that
RM> children MUST be comfortable and knowledgeable about them.
RM> The second are those who see computers as a way of adding
RM> "interest" to classrooms.
DJ>In my more cynical moments I glimpse a third camp who speak of
DJ>computers and internet access as a way of sounding knowledgeable
DJ>and important. They justify their jobs while spinning tales of
DJ>the web. Their are usually not very computer literate. They
DJ>oversee expenditures of large amounts of money on tech dog and
DJ>pony shows.
I know the type whereof you speak... Flash being more
important than substance.
DJ>Ah, enough.... Glad summer vacation is finally here.
You said it brother! ;-)
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