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Technology is becoming more integrated in education and can be a valuable tool to support learning at every stage. But how do you know what devices your child needs and when? Here’s a guide to help you get the right tech, from preschool to high school and beyond.
Begin with a tablet
A tablet is a great way to start getting younger kids familiar with technology and comfortable using a device to learn. Not only are they fun for kids, they’re also intuitive and easy to use. With no buttons or keyboards, tablets don’t require much dexterity to operate, which is perfect for small fingers. There are many fun educational games and software programs that can be used on a tablet. Just be sure to get a kid-friendly OtterBox case to protect it when it gets dropped or bumped around.
Move up to a Chromebook
As your child hits the elementary school years, you may want to consider investing in a Chromebook. More teachers are using cloud-based software programs like Google Classroom to post assignments and have students complete and submit their work, and many school boards in Canada are now providing these scaled-down laptops for students to use in school.
With new hybrid and virtual learning models, it can be useful to have one at home so your child can work remotely if needed. With so many brands and models to choose from, Chromebooks are more affordable than you may think.
Graduate to a laptop
As kids get older and dive into more complex studies, their needs will likely evolve. High schoolers and university students will benefit from a laptop that offers additional features, software options and larger hard drives to help them keep up with their studies.
At this stage, you may want to invest a little more in their device so that it can meet their needs throughout their post-secondary years.
Find the technology you need to support your child’s learning at staples.ca/backtoschool.
(Source: NewsCanada)
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