This is a project I would support regardless of the party trying to implement it in our schools.
It must be around $200 now but please rem ,these are designed purely to meet the needs of school children.They do not have all the 'extras' your laptop has.The material used must be of cheap quality but durable.
I say again
it is not a laptop project.It is an education one.The 'expert manufacturers' were not stupid to call it a laptop if it wasn't one.
Let's define laptop-
A laptop computer, usually called a notebook computer by manufacturers, is a battery- or AC-powered personal computer generally smaller than a briefcase that can easily be transported and conveniently used in temporary spaces such as on airplanes, in libraries, temporary offices, and at meetings.
For this to bear results the goverment will have to invest in;
-Computer labs in @ school
-Training
-Internet connectivity.
Can the goverment afford it? I believe so, in partnership with other organisations.
It's not a project to be hastily implemented and no it won't take 100 days only.
Now why should anyone in this day and age be against such a noble idea?
Quote:President Hugo Chavez stated, “I plan to issue 3 million laptops by 2012.”
/That was for Venezuela kids.
But Kenya Kenya.Certain alignments may just hinder development in our struggling Kenya.
Think Global.
Kenya is building a techno city.We cannot afford to raise up an analogue generation at this rate.
Every kid in the near future must be tech savvy.
Get rid of that 'not possible'mentality and wish them brighter future because we need people who will run Konza when we retire.
Advantages of the programQuote:Every child, regardless of race, gender or financial or social status, would be equipped under the One Laptop Program with a tool that has the potential to expand their knowledge exponentially, through use of computer-based tools and access to the internet.
In the vision of this plan, the giant hole of poverty would no longer keep many children from reaching their full learning potential. Children in less affluent countries would be able to utilize tools that could enhance their reading and writing skills, even though they may not be a part of online schools, giving them the opportunity for developing the basic skills essential to succeeding in the work-force and in life. These basic communications aptitudes will enable children to compete in the job market while keeping abreast of ever changing technology.
These children represent the future of their respective countries, but also, the future of our planet. Through the “World Wide Web” they can gain understanding of the different cultures around the world. They gain knowledge of other governments and how they work. They can form international networks and feel connected to others from around the globe.
Computers can bring people into contact with one another. This fosters the free exchange of ideas; it helps to ignite a passion for learning and it is the means for growth and maturation. Individual interests in a subject, such as music, art or science, become the reality, rather than the dream, of education with computer software. These benefits and advantages are just the tip of a long list of dramatic results that can be achieved from this program.
Venezuela inaugurated the One Laptop program in 2009; it has provided more than 750,000 laptops. President Hugo Chavez stated, “I plan to issue 3 million laptops by 2012.” The Venezuelan government believes that children’s natural curiosity will propel them towards a greater interest in learning.
Fortunately, Venezuela realizes that the key to this programs success is teacher training. The one-to-one program will need constant monitoring and updating, before it can meet its proposed objectives.
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