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DAVID REYNOLDS 03278679 The Transformative Effects of Technological Change On Early Years' Development Computers were first introduced into schools almost twenty years ago. The introduction changed the way in which young children would learn forever. When the computer was first introduced the main beneficial first order effect was seen as; when used appropriately technology could supplement and extend learning. Not only this but it was also predicted that it would give the young population an opportunity to become familiar with computers, giving them a head start in later life. Traditionally, the pre-school curriculum stated that schools must incorporate a variety of activities that try to promote "a balance of social, emotional, physical and intellectual stimulation for the young child."(Campbell, Fein 1946) Piaget stated, "Young children learn through hands on interactions with tangible materials, through play and by interacting with nature." Piaget was the first to take children's thinking seriously. He was not an...

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