function openPopWindow(theURL,winName,features) { window.open(theURL,winName,features); } //--> You must have JavaScript enabled in order to use the Wired News Multimedia Player. We apologize for any inconvenience. Maine Governor Angus King wants kids in his state to be the most tech-savvy in the nation.
Listen to the interview (17 min.)
Last year, he proposed that all seventh-graders be given a laptop in an effort to build their technology skills and improve learning.
The bold proposal caused a considerable hullabaloo in the state. Opponents believed the measure was too costly and that students may not be mature enough to take care of the equipment.
In June 2001, the laptop legislation was passed as part of the budget. Teachers will spend this year learning how to best use the laptops in their classroooms. In the fall of 2002, all 17,000 7th-graders in the state will receive their own laptop.
Katie Dean spoke with Gov. Angus King about the controversial program, and his beliefs on how technology can enhance education.
