Using Laptops in the Biology Classroom and Laboratory.

Incorporating computers into classroom and laboratory instruction is becoming increasingly common. Unfortunately, in many cases the use of desktop computers limits the ability to integrate computers into the classroom experience. In this paper, we describe the advantages and disadvantages of using laptop computers rather than desktop computers. In general, laptops provide flexibility that desktops do not, but greater expense. We also provide a list of uses of laptops in our department’s curriculum.