Applications of computerPRESENTED BY: NOREEN M.ASHRAF ROLL NO. 2K16/MEDMS/20

What is computer? An electronic  machine that is used for storing, organizing, and finding words, numbers, and pictures, for doing calculations, and for controlling other machines.

Computer in EducationoThe computer was introduced into education in the 1970s.oIts first use had teachers and students learning to program. Students began to learn through playing games and simple simulations. Teachers saw the value of the computer in creating a rich learning environment

Application of computeroEducation oHealth and Medicine oScience oBusiness oRecreation and Entertainment oGovernment oDefense oSports oRecording Information oWriters oScoreboard

Application of computer in EducationoComputer technology has had a deep impact on the education sector. oThanks to computers, imparting education has become easier and much more interesting than before.o Owing to memory capacities of computers, large chunks of data can be stored in them.o It helps save paper.o They enable quick processing of data with very less or no chances of errors in processing.

The advantages of computers in educationo Storage of informationo Quick data processingo Audio-visual aids in teachingo Better presentation of informationo Access to the Interneto Quick communication between students, teachers and parents.o Computer teaching and interactive learning play a key role in education. o Computer technology is integrated into the modern education system.

Computers - A Brilliant Aid in TeachingoStudent refer to the Internet than searching for information in fat books.oThe process of learning has gone beyond learning from prescribed textbooks.oit is easier done on computers than maintaining hand-written notes.

Computers Improve Presentation of InformationoComputers facilitate effective presentation of information.oPresentation software like PowerPoint and animation software like Flash among others can be of great help to teachers while delivering lectures.oThe otherwise not-so-interesting lessons become interesting due to audio-visual effects.

Computers Enable Internet AccessoInternet can play an important role in education.oBoth teachers and students benefit from it.oThe Internet helps teachers set test papers, frame questions for home assignments and decide project topics.

conclusion This was about the role of computers in education. But we know, it's not just the education sector which computers have impacted. They are of great use in every field. Today, a life without computers is unimaginable. This underlines the importance of computer education. Knowledge of computers can propel one's career in the right direction. Computers are a part of almost every industry today. They are no longer limited any specific field. They are used in networking, for information access and data storage and also in the processing and presentation of information. Computers should be introduced early in education.

References http://www.portical.org/fouts.pdf

The advantages of computers in education

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