Chap 7 Rethinking Education

I think that the losses are evident and very sad. The loss of a liberal arts education and the "digital divide" with limited access to computers for poorer children are serious issues. "Finally, will people become more isolated, witting at home in front of a computer and interacting less with other people socially? It is by interacting with supportive mentors and teachers that people are inspired to work hard and learn difficult topics."(107) I can see how there can be gains with customized education and increased engagement in learning. However this does bring up again the issue of the "digital divide" and would not be possible in many households. I like the idea that is brought up in  the book of the One Laptop per Child effort but of course seeing this as being very costly and with all of the cuts in education lately probably not possible at this time.

Reference: Collins, Allan and Halverson, Richard. Rethinking Education in the Age of Technology. 2009. Teachers College Press. New York.