37-151-15 - Purpose; definitions. - Mississippi Statutes

§ 37-151-15. Purpose; definitions.
 

(1)  The purpose of Sections 37-151-15 through 37-151-61 is to provide access to individualized instruction through computer-based technology, video and other technology-based instruction to eligible school districts. 

(2)  As used in Sections 37-151-15 through 37-151-61, unless the context indicates otherwise: 

(a) "Council" means the Council for Education Technology. 

(b) "Technology" includes, but is not limited to, computers, software, telecommunications, cable television, interactive video, film, low-power television, satellite communications, microwave communications, technology-based equipment installation and maintenance, and the training of staff in the use of such technology-based instruction. 
 

Sources: Laws,  1994, ch. 581, § 18, eff from and after July 1, 1994.