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Learning Technology Policies In Action : Where Do The States Stand?, Evie Charles Pugh
Learning Technology Policies In Action : Where Do The States Stand?, Evie Charles Pugh
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In states with technology plans, there is a common belief that technology has the power to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the learning environment of the classroom. Many states' technology policies and plans reflect a demand for information about student learning outcomes and the cost and benefits of education programs. The eight states in the North Central Regional Technology in Education Consortium (NCRTEC) are: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
The need for district spending in education technology, such as computer training, professional development, service/support networking, supplies, and hardware, has become a major issue …