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Students can use a stylus to work out math problems, lessons can be shared electronically and individual tablets can be displayed on screens in each classroom.

The school is one of the first in the state to offer this type of device.  The district wants to be sure students are engaged and prepared for the future.[adsenseyu1]

“We know students learn differently today than 10, 15, 20 years ago and, when students come to school, they’re used to technology at home,” said Principal Steve Livingston.

“It’s a major undertaking.  We spent a lot of time making sure it’s not another toy or tool.  We’re really using it to change instruction, change the way we teach,” said Superintendent Michael Mason.

The computers cost about $1,000 each.  The superintendent says he’s been saving for the purchase for the past couple of years.
The district did not say whether other parts of the annual budget was cut to make the purchase possible, and, apparently, the decision was made before the district even had any lesson plans for the tablets. In fact, lesson plans weren’t even in place after the announcement of the purchase was made possible.

Reeds Spring is working with Monett to develop lesson plans.

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