Some people argue that government should introduce computers to school. I agree to a certain extent with this view. While there may be some drawbacks with this policy, it seems to me that it is more likely to have beneficial impacts.
On the one hand, when the government should introduce computers to school, there are some drawbacks temporarily. The first disadvantage is the cost of computers. If government purchases computers that all schools need, it would cost significantly. This policy can be a burden on the government’s budget. The second disadvantage is that before the government introduces computers, teachers have to learn how to use computers. Since computers are complex and delicate machines, inappropriate use often breaks computers. Thus, teachers need to master how to fix such problems in advance.
On the other hand, when computers are introduced in school, there are more benefits from the long-term perspective. Firstly, computers in school are useful for studying. If students can use computers in class, they can look up what was unclear in class. In fact, there are some cases in which computer implementation has improved students’ performance. Secondly, exposure to computers in school can help students’ future. Most jobs now require computers. If students acquire computer skill in school, it can be an asset for students in the future.
In conclusion, while it is true that there are some concerns over the introduction of computers to school in the short term, in my opinion, the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages, when considering that the advantages of this policy have long-term benefits for students.