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Technology/Initiatives
Technology
From October 1992 to April 1996, $100.2 million was spent in
instructional technology purchases
An additional $35.6 million invested in statewide
initiatives that support student and teacher instructional
technology programs
All 176 school districts on-line to a state-wide integrated
voice, video, and data network
Kentucky classrooms have a computer for every 10.2
students
More than half of Kentucky's urban and rural schools are
linked to the Kentucky Information Highway via their
district connection
http://www.kde.state.ky.us
Gifted and Talented Programs
All 176 school districts provide programs, courses &
special curriculum designed to challenge participants
Ky Educational Television (KET)
15 transmitters & 5 translators broadcast KET
programs throughout
Kentucky & 7 adjoining states
Programming includes adult literacy programs, study-at-home
courses for GED, college telecourses, art programs, public
affairs programs, and instructional programs for
students
Star Channels
Nation's largest satellite-delivered instruction
system
Instructional programs range from elementary science to high
school geography
Broadcast directly into public schools across the state
Deliver live & interactive advanced courses
Provide professional development seminars and
teleconferences
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