If you mean secular education/studies, yes somehow, due to the modernization of our times nowadays and rapid technological changes. But it is still depend upon the student.
Yes. Definitely computer is necessary for the education because computer used in every field including engineering, scientist, accounting, real estate and so on... You have to basic knowledge of computer.
Yes they are essential to be a part of the education since we are now in the 21st century everybody should learn how to use computer and make the life easier , but it doesn't mean that we should forget to read the books from the etc.