The computer is a relatively new arrival in many early childhood classrooms. For many of you, computers are already one among many of the rich, varied materials found in a good learning environment. For others, technology is new territory and you may need to become comfortable with the equipment and familiar with software activities. This site contains:

• Overviews - introductions to important issues about teaching and learning with technology;
• Conversations - practical discussions that teachers have about these issues;
• Teacher Tips - concrete tips on evaluating software and useful aids for classroom management;
• Promising Practices - real lesson plan ideas submitted by teachers; and
• Home Link - suggestions for what parents can do to use computers to support early learning at home.