Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 9 - Technology for Education
Section 7-901 - Definitions

(a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
    (b)    “Computer-based technology” means computer hardware or software used by teachers and students in the delivery of an instructional program.
    (c)    “Eligible consortium” includes a local educational agency and a public or private nonprofit organization.
    (d)    “Instructional programming” means the full range of audio and video text, graphics, or additional state-of-the-art communications distributed through interactive, command and control, or passive methods for the purpose of education and instruction.
    (e)    “Students” means students from a broad range of backgrounds and circumstances, including:
        (1)    Disadvantaged students;
        (2)    Students with diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds;
        (3)    Students with disabilities;
        (4)    Students with limited English proficiency;
        (5)    Students who have dropped out of school; and
        (6)    Academically talented students.
    (f)    “Technology” means the latest state-of-the-art technology products and services, including:
        (1)    Closed circuit television systems;
        (2)    Educational television and radio broadcasting;
        (3)    Cable television;
        (4)    Satellite;
        (5)    Copper and fiber-optic transmission;
        (6)    Computer and computer-based technology;
        (7)    Video and audio laser and CD ROM discs;
        (8)    Video and audio tapes or other technologies; and
        (9)    Web-based resources and courses.