Laptops keep falling on my head: Maine's great laptop experiment should not be picked at, but applauded. (speaking out).(iBook for every grade 7 and 8 student)

District Administration | July 1, 2002| | Copyright

In September, every seventh grader in Maine--and their teachers--will be given their own iBook and free 24/7 Internet access. The following year, every eighth grader will get an iBook. Two years ago, Maine Gov. Angus King caused an eruption of debate when he proposed this laptop plan. At the time there was little if any legislative support. Today, it's the law of the land. King hopes this initiative will serve as a catalyst for reinventing public education and as a means for maintaining his state's quality of life.

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