Focus on Technology: The Pros and Cons of Computer Games: Hani Morgan, Editor
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
11-1-2016
Department
Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education
School
Education
Abstract
Computer games can foster learning and stimulate students. However, they also have the potential to interfere with academic development and harm students physically and emotionally. Parents and teachers therefore need to monitor students' use of these digital tools and select games that will promote healthy childhood and adolescent development. In this article, we discuss two perspectives on computer games: 1) how they can contribute to a healthy learning environment and 2) how they can cause problems that hurt students. We also identify the signs of computer game overuse and suggest ways to prevent it.
Publication Title
Childhood Education
Volume
92
Issue
6
First Page
505
Last Page
507
Recommended Citation
Morgan, H.,
Hodges, T.
(2016). Focus on Technology: The Pros and Cons of Computer Games: Hani Morgan, Editor. Childhood Education, 92(6), 505-507.
Available at: https://aquila.usm.edu/fac_pubs/19511