The Teacher and the Computer: a case study of the everyday issues in one primary school

The use of computers in primary schools is developing rapidly and the need for study of the effects has become necessary. In this paper the reactions and experiences of teachers are explored by an information technology (IT) co‐ordinator in one primary school (North‐gate). Issues surrounding the technicalities, the curriculum, and organisation and management are discussed. These issues are subject to varying pressures from new initiatives (i.e. new computers, governmental curriculum directives etc.) but some established patterns are questioned. Reference is made to the directions which Northgate may take in its development and to possible future research avenues based on the evidence.