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Christensen, C., & Horn, M. (2008, August/September). Disrupting class: Student-centric education is the future. Retrieved October 8, 2008, from Edutopia Web site: http://www.edutopia.org/student-centric-education-technology

“ Disrupting Class; Student-Centric Education Is the Future,” written by Clayton M Chritensen is an article that describes a scenario classroom led by technology only. Students would learning their subjects and requirements using a program geared for that particular lesson. The program would also be geared for the student so that they can learn the material in the best manner suited for the child. Although this seems idealistic it is completely cutting out peer and teacher interaction. Students will lose the communication skills and learning how to cooperate with others in a civil manner.
1. Do you believe this would improve student's education?
I do not think a classroom using strictly computers will help students anymore than how the classroom is taught now. Using a well-balance of peer contact, group activities, individual work and computer work will help improve student's learning and social abilities. With the budget cuts already in place using precious money on computers will only make classrooms larger. Computers should be looked as apart of the curriculum not as "the" curriculum.
2. Do you think this way of a classroom would be beneficial to all students?
I do not think all students would benefit from this type of a classroom. Many students need that one on one contact and instruction. Although many students with different ways of learning or who struggles with a learning disability may excel at this type of a classroom.