Papert heralds the computer as a device that- though often misused by schools to maintain the current status quo- can give students the opportunity to learn to love often maligned subjects such as math, science, and computer science (as well as most any other so-called content area). Papert goes into detail on how he arrived at his conclusions and gives an excellent argument for "megachange" in our schools.

If you're interested in school reform or how technology can best be utilized in schools, then this is a definite must read. ( )