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• News Release - April 1, 2006
• News Release - August 7, 2006

Intel chair calls for ed reform, STEM innovation
At the annual Intel Developer Forum (IDF) in San Francisco, hundreds witnessed the birth of a new generation of technologies and saw inspiring presentations. But what seemed to resonate most with the educators on hand was the keynote address delivered by Intel Board Chair Craig Barrett on Aug. 19. His central message: We must achieve global education reform and bring greater innovation to the teaching of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Apple sued over claims of poor iPhone service
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McCain, Obama put out tech agendas
The two major U.S. presidential contenders agree on much when it comes to technology, but they differ diametrically on "net neutrality." eSchool News in recent months has kept you up-to-date on where the Republican and Democratic presidential candidates stand on education issues. Now, Senators Barack Obama, D.-Ill., and John McCain, R.-Ariz., have issued policy statements specifically regarding technology.

Intel unveils third-generation Classmate PC
Intel Corp. has unveiled the third generation of its low-cost laptop for students, which branches out from the standard clamshell design with a tablet-style option and includes a touch screen.

College presidents seek debate on drinking age
College presidents from about 100 of the nation's best-known universities, including Duke, Dartmouth, and Ohio State, are calling on lawmakers to consider lowering the drinking age from 21 to 18, saying current laws actually encourage dangerous binge drinking on campus.

ED funding helps students learn key languages
The first-graders in Grace Yuan's class in Fairfax County, Va., are playing "Jeopardy," eagerly responding to clues about animals and their habitats, diet, and movements. Nothing special for a group of 7-year-olds, you say? Well, look again. These clues are in Chinese.

'MindLadder' suggests the future of assessment
Recent advances in technology and nearly two decades of research into how students learn have come together in a series of programs that could represent the future of assessment.