As a physical education major… it is hard for me to hear these words and agree with the amount of time students spend on computers and/or attached to their portable technology…I can agree with the sense that students need to learn to basic fundamentals of basic technology, but when you have a student craving computer time rather than going to recess, it just isn’t right. I remember when I was in elementary school, every one went crazy over recess. And now i hear kids choose to stay in and play computer games during their recess… If this is the case now what is it going to be like in 10 years from now. Kids are going to loose their interest in physical activity and flock toward the easy and relaxing route of sitting and starring at a computer screen all day. My cousins who are all around the ages of 8,9 and 11 are crazy about their “computer time” and video games at home… they are always on and never playing outside anymore… not to mention they have to best backyard to run around in… besides the point, we need to teach kids that yes, it’s of great value to be educated on the newest technology, but learn not to depend on it. There is more to life than just technology and I feel day after day people seem to be forgetting that.