One-to-One Laptop Programs in Latin America and the Caribbean

Citation:

Severin, E. & Capota, C. (2011). One-to-One Laptop Programs in Latin America and the Caribbean. Technical Notes No. IDB-TN-273. New York: Inter-American Development Bank.

Work data:

Type of work: Report

Categories:

e-Learning and Instructional Technology | Education | ICT Infrastructure | Information Society

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Abstract:

The introduction of technology in education is gaining momentum worldwide. One model of incorporating technology into education that has gained tremendous traction in Latin America and the Caribbean is One-to-One computing. The term “One-to-One” refers to the ratio of digital devices per child so that each child is provided with a digital device, most often a laptop, to facilitate learning. The objective of this document is to provide an overview of One-to-One implementations with a regional focus on Latin America and the Caribbean. It also proposes a systemic approach to improve the quality of education in contexts of mass laptop distributions to students and teachers.