Education Week in Review: July 1 – July 6

Posted on July 7, 2007 by Lyn Newton

News is hot in education this summer with Supreme Court rulings and more. Stay in touch with Families.com education blog in order to keep up with the latest happenings. Check out below for a recap of the week. Monday, July 2 Education Timeline Through 1926 This was nearing the end of my education timeline series. This time period introduced Montessori schools, junior high schools, and junior colleges. Education Timeline Through 2002 This article finished my educational timeline series. I ended with charter schools, educational updates, and the No Child Left Behind Act. Tuesday, July 3 Questions Concerning Supreme Court Ruling … Continue reading →

Thoughts to Ponder Before Teaching Your Child Computer Skills

Posted on July 4, 2007 by Lyn Newton

There has been some controversy about children and the use of computers. While some believe that it is important to teach young children how to use a computer, others feel that computer skills should not be taught until children are older. There are some things that you should consider before teaching your child how to use a computer. Not all children are ready for sit down activities that require longer attention spans. Before you get started, think about some of the following: How ready is your child to use a computer? Is your child interested when you are using the … Continue reading →