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Georgia Schools Lead the Nation in Technology Use, Access
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STATE MEDIA CONTACT: Dana Tofig, 404.463-1487, dtofig@gadoe.org
NATIONAL MEDIA CONTACT: Vanessa Lillie (202) 955-9450, ext. 319 or vlillie@commworksllc.com
Georgia is leading the country in the use of technology in education, according to a national report.
Georgia was the only state to receive an "A" in the annual "Technology Counts" report released by Education Week on March 29. The report scores states in three areas -- access to technology, use of technology and capacity to use technology.
"In Georgia, we are not only teaching our students about technology, we are using technology to teach our students," said State Superintendent of Schools Kathy Cox. "Technology is one of the keys to making sure our students are ready to compete in the 21st century."
"Technology Counts" gives Georgia high marks in all areas. Among the highlights of the report:
- About 65 percent of Georgia's students have a computer in the classroom, much higher than the national average of 49.5 percent.
- Georgia is one of just four states that has technology standards for students and tests on those standards.
- Georgia is one of 23 states that has a statewide virtual school (www.gavirtualschool.org) and offers computer-based tests and assessments.
- Georgia is one of very few states that have technology requirements for teachers and administrators seeking certification or recertification.
Superintendent Cox said: "Georgia is using technology to give every student access to an excellent education no matter who they are or where they live."
"From the halls of the Capitol to the hallways of our schools, our state knows how important technology is to student achievement," she said. "We will continue to look for ways to expand use of technology and access to technology."
Additional Information:
- View the entire report
- View Georgia's report card
- View the state report cards |
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