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April 01, 2008
OLPC
What impresses me most about the OLPC program is that it really seems as if every small detail has been thought out. Of course, ideas to give and reach out to communities around the world are always wonderful, but it is much harder to put it into action.
Everything from the design to the plan behind the laptops really make them accessible. The friendly green color invites children in welcoming them. The internet problem has been solved and is easy for kids anywhere to access the internet. They can be used in the sunlight. They are easy for kids to use and carry around. Hearing all this is extremely exciting. Because I do really think that it is about education and not just technology. However, in this case, technology helps further kids' education worldwide, so the two really come together.
I think the next step is - how does the world get these laptops out to children everywhere. And the "Give one Get one" program has answered that question. I'm not sure if that is the best answer. Or if it will work. I can see it seeming pretentious and almost like Western Countries are trying to "save the world" but I can also see it having a significant impact. Who knows. I feel like only time will tell.
Posted by amyljb at April 1, 2008 12:10 AM
Comments
well I have some doubts about the OLPC program but definitely it is a good start to allow the less fortunate children connect to the rest of the world. I do want to get one of those cute laptop as well! But I thought we are not allowed to get one now, right?
Posted by: slui at April 8, 2008 02:50 AM
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