Abstract
Through the GIGA School Program, the computer environment in schools has changed from one set per class to one for each student. The purpose of this study was to clarify the awareness of students who are regularly utilizing this new environment. The results revealed that 1) compared to before the introduction of PCs, students particularly felt that classes and school have become more enjoyable, 2) compared to before the introduction of PCs, they felt that the time spent reading materials, writing essays, and talking with friends has increased, 3) at home, PCs are especially utilized for communicating about classes and school, 4) PC operation and information ethics were deliberately taught, and the students were confident, 5) the overarching rule of "utilizing for learning" was positively evaluated by students. To effectively use the new PC environment, new methods and policies suited to the environment are required, such as allowing communication on the cloud while providing appropriate guidance. Furthermore, research is needed regarding the use of PCs as the foundation for all school life, not just in classes or learning situations.
