Chapter 3

The following tools are essential for a teacher: Word processing, spreadsheets, databases, concept-mapping. Word processing is the writing, manipulating, and storing of textual material in a computerized medium, and it is a tool that has become a vital everyday function in classrooms, offices, and homes. Word processing will be advantage for teachers and students to use in the classroom. Teachers may assign students to create a report using word processing. Spreadsheets also benefit teachers to use. Spreadsheets can calculate mathematical formulas thus make it easier for students and teachers to understand mathematical equations and symbols. Databases are beneficiary for teachers to use in education. Databases can file student’s grades, schedules, and accounts that way the teachers have less paperwork. Teachers also use concept-mapping tools in the classroom to teach lessons to promote energize learning. Concept-mapping gives students a fun way to learn.