Number: RS21483
Title: Education Technology Programs, Title II Part D of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act
Authors: Charmaine Mercer, Domestic Social Policy Division; and Bonnie Mangan, Knowledge Services Group 
Abstract: The Enhancing Education Through Technology Act of 2001 (Title II, Part D of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act [ESEA]) establishes the EdTech grant program. The purpose of EdTech is to improve student academic achievement by utilizing technology in schools. This report describes the EdTech program, including the allocation of grant funds to state and local education agencies; provides annual appropriations data for the program; and discusses the applicability of child Internet protection to EdTech grantees. In addition, Title II, Part D includes the Ready-to-Learn Television program, which is also described in this report.
Pages: 6
Date: January 18, 2006