Computerr games and learning?

I have come across a very interesting post which i found on Loren’s blog.  It is suggesting that kids computer games are not just mindless fun, it actually suggests that there are several elements of learning through playing computer games.

This article suggested that children as young as 2 can benefit from computer games as it introduces them to words and helps in their fine motor coordination.  The article states ‘children as young as 2 could benefit as it marked the start of their ability to read and allowed them to express creativity without being limited by their handwriting’. 

This was a very interesting article and i support it’s findings, However I strongly believe that computers can benefit students learning as long as parents and teachers ensue that students have a balance in their learning and that the games that they are playing are benefiting their education.