Williams goes into some detail on the various ways that our society is, or is not computer literate, and what should be done about this in this piece.
This was written almost 10 years ago. What I can remember from ten years ago regarding computers, my school had just gotten some computers and were starting to teach students how to use computers. My school district was pretty well funded, so they could afford this, but when you think about the other school systems that don't have the money, you realize that a lot of students won't get that opportunity.
And in today's world, being able to access a computer properly is important. Everywhere we go, all the news and information, is found on the computer. The school I am currently attending has us submitting homework and papers either through an online source or via e-mail. I had an assignment due last night and my computer malfunctioned, the result, countless hours of trying to troubleshoot the problem so I could turn in my homework. Ten years ago, the only problem that could have come up would have been weather maybe.
Once you get into the work force, it doesn't change. Your expected to know how to use a computer, to keep your boss informed through e-mail, and submit your research or projects in a digital format. It is important that we can get the next generation literate with computers.
Original Piece by Kate Williams
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