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...... More generally, the current prospect for being hired directly out of college in ones field of study is not particularly good. In all likelihood, most new graduates from American colleges next year will not find employment in their chosen fields directly after college. However, all of them will almost certainly rely heavily on their computer literacy and competence immediately upon being hired in any professional capacity. Today, computer skills play a significant role in the evolution of students into professionals, whether one pursues employment in academia, professional trades, retail services, marketing, creative arts, journalism, law enforcement, or the military
By the turn of the 21st century, it was already clear that increasing computer literacy and competence would be one of the most important purposes of modern education. In addition, the direct application of computers to the classroom also benefits the traditional academic focus tremendously. Ultimately, the combination suggests that computer technology and instruction are among the most justified budgetary expenditures among all of those typically considered by institutions of higher education and learning......

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