MSU College of Education Portable Computer Technology Award Technologically proficient teachers are in great demand and many schools have begun to look for teacher candidates who can use technology appropriately for teaching. Michigan State University's College of Education is committed to preparing high quality teachers who are also technologically competent. As part of this commitment, for the 2002-2003 year, laptops will be distributed to students in the College of Education based on applications submitted by juniors, seniors, and Interns. ... Who: This grant will be distribute...

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They feel children do not need computers in school, that they can learn to use them at home, or in college, or even after they enter the work force. ... American schools have already spent more than five Billion dollars this year on high-tech gadgets and training, and many educators think laptops rank among the most promising of all. ... They feel children do not need computers in school, that they can learn to use them at home, or in college, or even after they enter the work force. ...

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Many consumers may currently be college students who need computers, while those who have graduated will be within a higher income bracket or hold positions in which a personal computer at home is advantageous. ... (9) Socio-cultural Threats: • The Internet is not as prominent in China as it is in other countries and is ranked 8th for Internet usage worldwide. (3) This reflects Chinese attitudes toward the Internet and shows that they may be more negative than those in other parts of the world. ...

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These programming courses familiarized students with understanding various hardware and software combinations on a computer and taking such courses helped later to pursue advanced computer-related studies at universities and colleges. ...

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