Many secondary schools have a computer lab. These labs are generally used for the teaching of Information Technology(IT) and Electronic Documentation Preparation Management(EDPM). If used more widely, that is, if it is is accessible to all teachers, the computer lab can be of great value to learning.
The existence of a computer lab means that many students can be exposed to the technology at once making it a quicker way to teach.. It is a good place for students to work on projects such as School Based Assessment that has deadlines as many can work at one time.
It is an easier way to secure the computers as they are all in one place. Computers in classrooms are always accessible to students which is not a bad thing but it also means that it can be abused and is more likely to be worn out quicker than one in labs. Computers in labs can be locked away safely when not in use ensuring that they last longer.
A computer lab is a place where it is easier to supervise students who are working outside of fixed hours as there is a teacher in charge of the lab. Students are generally not allowed to use them without supervision.
There are other ICT tools stored in a computer lab such as LCD projector and interactive white board that can be used right there instead of having to move them to and from the classroom. This also helps in the wear and tear of the tools.
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