In some countries, using the internet in schools is getting more popular. Is this a positive or negative development?

The controversial issue concerning the use of technology in

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has gained huge public attention and sparked a heated debate. Some people hold the view that Internet usage in educational institutions can prove to be beneficial, while others highly condemn the view.

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essay tends to discuss both perspectives and I will explain why I believe that

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advancement can be positive if used under proper guidance.

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, the internet has bestowed us with innumerable benefits ranging from communication to education, it is a boon for mankind.

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, the net facilitates the learning process as a plethora of information about a certain topic along with detailed

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and examples are available on several websites.

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, websites like Wikipedia and Khan academy comprise countless lessons and study materials for educators.

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, by using technologies scholars can find a single piece of information with a single click within a short span which is more convenient than flipping hundreds of pages.

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, operating tablets and laptops in

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can serve as a significant source of distraction.

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, children can watch movies or play video games during

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time

thus

paying little or no attention in the lessons.

Furthermore

, some websites can provide erroneous facts

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misleading the learners.

Although

using

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in schools can have some drawbacks, if teachers and parents enlighten tutees

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to use them fairly

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it would accelerate literacy. To conclude, considering both advantages and disadvantages, I believe using the Internet in schools can be an effective development if used under appropriate supervision.