Starr Computer participates in Charlestown Secondary Career Day
Starr Computer President Michael Mohan exciting students with the computer stick, as he explains how it works
Starr Computer President Michael Mohan exciting students with the computer stick, as he explains how it works

WITH the advancement in computer technology, classrooms are being transformed. Computer programmes, social media and online resources have opened a new window of development for students.This was disclosed by Starr Computer President Michael Mohan on Tuesday, during a career day at the Charlestown Secondary School at 44 ‘A’ Howes and Charles Streets, Georgetown, where activities were conducted in observance of the school’s 50th anniversary.

The company had a booth set up in a classroom showing the stages of the computer, and how miniature it eventually became while being ever more powerful.

The school commenced a calendar of activities to usher in its golden jubilee observance. Through the joint efforts of the head teacher, the staff, the Parent-Teacher Association and the overseas alumni, a week of activities was planned.

Students who attended the STARR Computer booth yesterday learned that determination is the path to success.
Mr Mohan, the tech giant who is a former student of the school, said: “I was young and I always wanted to be successful, and nothing was going to stop me. I began reading all I could, and I took the opportunities offered to me in life.”

He explained to a packed classroom that education is one of the most important factors for youths, and it should never be taken for granted.
Informing the students of the technology field, Mohan explained that if a school’s library is outdated or lacking in a selection of titles, a student might find it difficult to compile the necessary research for an essay or research paper. As long as the school has a computer lab, students are able to use the Internet and digital encyclopaedias to obtain the information they need.

He advised the students that technology is driving the way teachers teach and students learn. Technology-based learning and assessment systems will be pivotal in improving student learning, and generating data that can be used to continuously improve the education system at all levels.

Mohan noted that technology will help in the execution of collaborative teaching strategies combined with professional learning that better prepare and enhance educators’ competencies and expertise over the course of their careers. In other words, what works for the business world should work in the classroom.

Mohan, during his demonstration, showed how simple the device was to use. By simply plugging the stick into a computer monitor or television with HDMI, your Windows-based computer is up and running, similar to any desktop computer.

Mohan noted that some of the beneficiaries of this inexpensive device are low-income families, students, small businesses, and corporate employees. (Rabindra Rooplall)

 

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