Should Preschools in NYC Use Technology as a Medium for Development?

We’re certain of the fact that technology is taking over the world. Most of NYC is dependent on technology – most of our homes have automated systems and many of us can’t breathe without our phones. Technology has worked its magic over all of us – it can make us feel chained and liberated at the same time. But should we let technology work its magic over our kids?

Our little ones – old enough to go to preschools – are inquisitive about everything. Two to five-year-old kids show interest in all kind of things, they ask questions that sometimes leave grownups baffled, don’t they? 

When kids of NYC see technology being used everywhere then why should preschools shy away from employing technology as a means of positive learning? Following are the ways in which technology can be employed in NYC’s preschools:

Classroom Experience

If technology is wisely integrated into preschoolers’ classroom activities it can provide an enriching experience to all kids. Whatever may be the type of novel tech, it should be appropriate for children’s use and rather than overshadowing other tools it must complement the existing learning tools present in the classroom. 

Teachers must focus the use of new tech in classrooms to support students’ skills in a way that paves way for better understanding as they climb up the academic ladder. Children’s relationship with knowledge must yield creativity.

Technology Based Projects

We must never underestimate creative ideas and knowledge of our little ones. As noted above, at this age children’s inquisitive levels are off the roof. Children express their views by other means rather than merely speaking. 

Technology can turn out to be an outstanding way through which children in preschools can express what’s in their minds. Clicking pictures of what interests them, connecting objects and ideas, making small video documentations, make voice recordings, can all serve as excellent ways of self-expression.

Connect Rather than Isolate

Preschools in NYC should employ on this basic principle. Technology should hold the class together, it must assist kids to strengthen communication rather than depriving them of it. When employed properly, technology can strengthen bonds between classroom and homes of students. A purposeful employment of technology in preschools will go a long way.