A new way the children are learning is by games on the iPod touch, iPad or iPhone. People are creating games that create a learning experience for kids. In the article, "10 First Grade Apps Kids Need," it names the top 10 apps that parents should get for their kids (Munoz). It includes apps like "Sids Science Fair" which teaches kids about science. These are interesting and different ways for kids to learn instead of learning from a teacher in the classroom. Even though these games probably have limits to how much it can actually teach kids, it could get them interested in the subjects. They could create a passion for the subjects. I think it is important for kids to learn in the classroom but I also think it doesn't hurt to provide other opportunities for them to learn. Especially opportunities that they enjoy doing instead of being forced to.
It is good for teachers to know about these different games as well as parents so that they can provide every way possible for students to learn.
Source:
Munoz, Roberta. "10 First Grade Apps Kids Need." Education.com. Education.com, Inc., 2012. Web. 13 Nov. 2012.
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