A Tool That Improves Education Computers have helped improve the quality of life for many people around the world. Computers have improved education to make teaching and learning more productive. Such technology has given people more opportunities to gather information and develop education in all subjects such as English, science, mathematics, history and the arts. People like me have benefited from the variety of programs that the computer has brought into this century, such as writing and office programs, encyclopedias, the Internet, e-mail, and online communities. In the century we live in today, the computer is not only considered an important tool, but a necessity in a business-oriented society. Computers have been and continue to be a productive tool, especially in the world of education. In an article titled "The Computer Delusion," Todd Oppenheimer, associate editor of Newsweek Interactive, argues that "the enormous emphasis placed on computers and technology in elementary schools and secondary schools, especially lower secondary schools, may actually diminish the effectiveness of learning and teaching” (255). I agree with Oppenheimer because with the correct use of computers, education can surpass itself improve teaching and learning. Oddly enough, Oppenheimer included studies that he disagreed with on the five arguments supporting computerization of national schools: computers improve both teaching practices and student outcomes. computer literacy should be taught as early as possible; otherwise students will fall behind. To make tomorrow's workforce competitive in an increasingly high-tech world, the...... middle of paper ......he home. With the proper use of computers, teachers and students can use computers to help with the curriculum. It is important that teachers are guided and educated on how to help their students through the use of computers. The computer cannot take the place of a teacher because computers cannot speak or instruct students to read, write, and add, as a real teacher would in a live situation. The presence of a live teacher is unique and necessary for a well-rounded education. People should not fear computers because they cannot replace the importance of a professional teacher. The computer should be used as a tool to enhance education and not to replace it. Works Cited Oppenheimer, Todd. "The computer illusion." The presence of others. Ed. Lunsford, Andrea A., John J. Ruszkiewics. Boston/New York: Bedford/St. Martin, 2000. 255-285.