Usage models of classroom computing in developing regions

This paper examines low-cost computing projects for education in developing regions, and presents some of the common entrepreneurial and technical problems faced by past and current initiatives. In particular, we look at various models of computer usage, and evaluate their appropriateness according...

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Published in2007 International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies and Development pp. 1 - 10
Main Authors Patra, R., Pal, J., Nedevschi, S., Plauche, M., Pawar, U.
Format Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published IEEE 01.12.2007
Subjects
Computer aided instruction
Computer science
Computer science education
computers for education
Context modeling
Costs
developing
Educational institutions
Government
Humans
ICTD
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
regions
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ISBN9781424419906
1424419905
DOI10.1109/ICTD.2007.4937401

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Summary:This paper examines low-cost computing projects for education in developing regions, and presents some of the common entrepreneurial and technical problems faced by past and current initiatives. In particular, we look at various models of computer usage, and evaluate their appropriateness according to their effectiveness in education, their socio-cultural suitability, and economic feasibility. Based on detailed field studies and interviews conducted in rural Indian classrooms and economic analysis, we show that shared rather than single-user devices constitute a more realistic and sustainable approach for low-cost computing projects targeting children's education.
ISBN:9781424419906
1424419905
DOI:10.1109/ICTD.2007.4937401