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November 25, 2005
Intel ‘unwires’ more than 300 universities in Asia Pacific
As part of its Mobile Initiative for Learning in Education Intel has unwired more than 300 universities across Asia Pacific region, benefiting more than 400,000 students.
The program was launched in 2004 and aims to accelerate the rollout of wireless networks and mobility based learning solutions to effectively integrate information and communication technology in Asia’s education systems.
A recent survey supported by Intel with 360 Asia Pacific universities also identified the motivators and barriers to implement wireless LAN and e-learning solutions.
Back in April of this year Intel Corporation China launched a wiress network enabled notebook codenamed Tanggula specifically designed for Chinese university students. The new notebook platform is a stylish and light-weight, and will come in a range of affordable performance and entry-level designs for students and parents.
The convenience and continuous Internet access any time and at any location was one of the most significant motivators to implement wireless LAN solutions at Asian universities. Respondents felt empowered. They also felt more hassle-free not having to deal with messy cables and plugs.
Every year, Intel invests more than $US100 million across 50 countries worldwide to implement programs that foster innovative teaching practices, extend learning beyond the classroom, reward student achievement and inspire future technologists.
Posted by admin at November 25, 2005 01:58 PM