10 Tips That Will Make a Computer Child Friendly
Sep 10, 2008 Computer and Internet
Computers are here to stay and have become an integral part of everyday life. The World Wide Web is an information highway but presents a few dangers to children. Parents need to take extra care to protect their kids from harm caused by computers or the World Wide Web.
Here are a few tips to make computers safe for kids:
1. Buy a computer that is of good quality and follow the instructions provided on where and how to set up the computer. Position the computer is a suitable place where the light sources falls correctly and place the chair at a suitable height and distance.
2. Adjust computer screen controls such that the eyes of the child are protected.
3. Teach the child how to sit at the computer and ensure that the hands are in line with the key board. Consult tips in the internet on how to prevent injuries to bones, muscles, and posture by incorrect computer use.
4. Read all about security measures and parental controls. Set controls that will protect your child from viewing unwarranted websites. Be sure to spend time reviewing the websites your child has viewed. There are age-based customizable content settings available check with MSN premium and your internet service provider.
5. Buy a table and chair for the computer that is proportionate to the child’s size. Adjustable chairs are available and you need to keep an eye on posture.
6. Learn how to customize your browser settings. Minimize risks by setting pages the kids can view as favorites you can even set their school website as the home page on the computer.
7. Introduce the kids to learning multi-media modules and sites like BBC history for kids. Introduce them to websites that are child friendly and fun.
8. Spend time at the computer with the children. Play games with them, let them visit websites like that of the Discovery Channel.
9. Teach them how to send messages and email and how to use a computer to expand their learning.
10. Inculcate in the kids a discipline. Limit the time they spend on the computer and ensure that they understand and follow the rules you set.
A computer is useful for kids if used right. So, let children move with times and embrace technology positively. The internet is a knowledge highway and kids can benefit and sharpen their minds by playing games, solving quizzes and puzzles, interacting in groups and creating projects for school with the use of the computer, using online resources to learn about science, health, nutrition, history and more. Computers and the net make kids resourceful and tap potential so let kids use the computer with parental guidance.
Prepare your kids for a bright future.
Computer Games Good For Kids
Sep 9, 2008 Computer and Internet
A study conducted in the U.K. found that primary school children improve their math scores and concentration levels by playing online educational games, according to an article released in the BBC last month. Thirty primary school children between the ages of nine and ten, played a game called “Dr. Kawashima’s More Brain Training” game every morning for about 15 minutes before their lessons started. The game consists of several mini-games including reading tests, number challenges, memory puzzles and problem-solving exercises. At the end of the study, the children were tested in math and the results compared to a control group. Children who had played the games increased their test scores by more points than those who did not play, even though the test scores for both groups increased.
So what does this mean? With educational games popping up by various manufacturers all over the world, a trend is emerging. Combining a child’s “play” time with education, seems to have positive results. Making learning fun-as in part of a game-increases a child’s desire to learn. The repetition of playing is more enjoyable than simply working math problems over and over and the concentration needed, as well as the child’s own competitive desire to beat the game, adds to the beneficial outcome.
So is it time to buy a computer for your kid? Possibly.
Setting up a computer desk and computer in your child’s room or play room may help. Give your child his/her own space with a computer desk at the proper height for comfort. We found fully customizable computer desks at excellent prices on Versatables’ website.
A computer just for your child can also be the way to go. Giving him/her his own computer allows you, as a parent, to lock off inappropriate features like internet websites and pop-ups, and download fun games and colorful desktops and screen savers.
Customize your child’s computer work area with fun mouse pads or a mouse (Target sells a Hello Kitty mouse for under $10). Versatables’ computer desks can also be customized with shelves, speaker platforms, and locking CPU holders and cable management systems that provide a safer environment for children.
Stickers can be used to decorate the outside of the monitor and the keyboard, or use the computer and desk to create a themed room. For example, an aquatic themed room would look great with a fishbowl screensaver, or a princess-themed room could have a photo slide show of Disney’s princess characters.
When picking computer games, be sure to do your research. Many have been tested and are endorsed by schools and learning centers. Keep in mind, anyone can put out educational software, and just because it says it’s educational, doesn’t mean your child will learn from it. Choose games that are age-appropriate and that your child enjoys playing. Give your child time to play before studying, as increased blood flow to the frontal cortex (which happens during game play) can increase memory and concentration for hours afterward, making them ripe for learning.
While much of what you hear about computers and kids is negative press, keep in mind that computers allow us to do much more than we could without them and with proper parental control, they can be key in giving your child the educational edge.
Make Use Of Computer And Internet! – Take Online Surveys! – Make Easy Money Online
Sep 7, 2008 Computer and Internet
We all know that every house has computer and internet. But how many of us utilize its facilities. In most of the homes computer is used only for playing games by small kids. But only when you look deep into the internet you will understand its value. There are multiple jobs in the internet that can be done online and make easy money. Even a housewife can simple jobs like free online surveys and earn quick money. Computer and internets are money giving trees. There are various online jobs from simple data entry to complicated programming job that can be done online using internet. And online surveys are exclusively suitable for women who can convert their free hours into money making hours. Just work for one or two hours in a day and earn cash quickly.  Also teens can do online surveys and earn additional income to have fun with their friends during week ends.
Free online surveys websites offers excellent opportunity to earn money online. First one needs to become a member of the website to get this opportunity. This registration is done free by many of the websites. You will be given a set of questions to fill up and the questions will be about certain product. A person who has internet knowledge can research the questions and complete the survey quickly. You will be paid for every survey you do and one can do more one survey according to their free time. Teens and women are mostly attracted by this online job because apart from cash, some companies offer attractive gifts too. Internet is the best tool to know the details about free online surveys. If you are interested in earning money with out stress and much difficulty the free online surveys would be the suitable one.
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Computer Learning Center for Kids is Committed to the Federal “no Child Left Behind” Law
Sep 6, 2008 Computer and Internet
We would like to assist the educational community in meeting those goals by providing a small classroom environment, with a focus on individual student and adult learning at affordable prices.
Hiram, GA (PRWEB) February 23, 2004 — Computer Learning Center for Kids exists to respectively serve as a highly valued resource for this regions educational, economic, social and cultural advancement with a commitment to a teaching / learning environment. And, provide computer training skills for children and adults of all ages in a diverse, ergonomic, safe environment and meet the technological needs in this technical world in which we live.
Serving Paulding County, Powder Springs, Carroll County, Cobb County, Douglasville and neighboring counties in Georgia.
The pride in understanding basic education and computer skills is priceless. Students will feel secure in the pace of classroom instruction due to the small class sizes and interactive teaching methods. Each student addressed at a personal learning pace that will boost their emotional appeal to learning the computer skills needed for tomorrow. The ease of use of the training programs will attract prospective students to our facility, and encourage existing students to return for more instruction. Computer Learning Center for Kid’s Inc will benefit all peer groups of the community. Children will benefit from the advanced computer learning by increasing their appetite for technology and learning. Parents will benefit from the increased appetite for learning their children will experience, as well as the assistance of an additional educational institution to help raise their child’s real world IQ. The benefits of our service extend beyond the realms of education into security of childcare and social activities with the belief in “No Child Left Behind”.
The learning facility is an 1800 square foot office space located at 1899 Lake Road, Suite 211, Hiram, Georgia 30141. The learning center has a restroom, break room, 6 computer workstations, along with fax-scanier, copier, printer, and e-learning educational manuals that will allow ample supplies for an effective learning environment. A sitting area is available for parents that allow visual observation of their child learning sessions. The learning center for children held at the facility with set business hours of operation of Monday-Friday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Saturday hours 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
The primary objective of our organization is to teach computer skills to children of all ages to include adults and senior citizens.
On hand, experienced trainers will lead small class sessions from beginning to end of basic computer functions and tutorial programs.
Tutorial courses in math, spelling, reading. Computer training in computer basic, word processing, excel, e-mail, Internet usage and web design explored in a fully comprehensive instructional setting.
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