2017 Maryland Code
Education
Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education
Title 7 - Public Schools
Subtitle 9 - Technology for Education
§ 7-901. Definitions

Universal Citation: MD Educ Code § 7-901 (2017)
  • (a) In general. -- In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
  • (b) Computer-based technology. -- "Computer-based technology" means computer hardware or software used by teachers and students in the delivery of an instructional program.
  • (c) Eligible consortium. -- "Eligible consortium" includes a local educational agency and a public or private nonprofit organization.
  • (d) Instructional programming. -- "Instructional programming" means the full range of audio and video text, graphics, or additional state-of-the-art communications distributed through interactive, command and control, or passive methods for the purpose of education and instruction.
  • (e) Students. -- "Students" means students from a broad range of backgrounds and circumstances, including:
    • (1) Disadvantaged students;
    • (2) Students with diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds;
    • (3) Students with disabilities;
    • (4) Students with limited English proficiency;
    • (5) Students who have dropped out of school; and
    • (6) Academically talented students.
  • (f) Technology. -- "Technology" means the latest state-of-the-art technology products and services, including:
    • (1) Closed circuit television systems;
    • (2) Educational television and radio broadcasting;
    • (3) Cable television;
    • (4) Satellite;
    • (5) Copper and fiber-optic transmission;
    • (6) Computer and computer-based technology;
    • (7) Video and audio laser and CD ROM discs;
    • (8) Video and audio tapes or other technologies; and
    • (9) Web-based resources and courses.
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