You were replying to my orginal message regarding computer literacy.
You mention that you believe that computer litercy is more than
understanding how to use a word processor.
I was wondering if you might give me your definition of computer
literacy. I'm a K-8 computer teacher who fights to have computer skills
as the focus of my class. (I do realize that computer literacy and
technology are two different areas)
I'm curious to hear what other people define as computer literacy.
Thanks,
Jennifer Reed
reed2@worldnet.att.net
Gary Ury <garyury@acad.nwmissouri.edu> wrote:
>What you say is true and I am sure your program has merit. One thing you can
>bet the forefathers did do before ever going out to chop their first bit of
>wood is to make sure the ax was sharp. It is impossible to expect all
>instructors to stay up with all the current technology as it develops at laser
>speeds. A true literacy course should teach the basics of wood chopping
>through real world classroom applications as well as teach ax sharpening
>skills
>and inspire someone to invent a chainsaw. I realize everything has its place,
>but computer literacy is much more than understanding how to use a word
>processor or any other specific application for that matter.