- Are the educational systems South Asian nations ready for large-scale use of ICTs?
- If so, what are the organizational and financial preconditions for success?
- What changes are needed in systems, practices and oversight arrangements?
- How should we measure success?
- What are the existing good practice experiences in the region that can guide us?
"Most investment in technology in schools is wasted. Discuss."
On April 21st infoDev will launch the first draft of its Survey of Information and Communication Technology for Education in India & South Asia at the World Bank office at Lodi Estate in New Delhi, India.
The launch will feature a live debate accompanied by the motion "Most investment in technology in schools is wasted. Discuss."
Dr. Tim Kelly, Lead ICT Policy Specialist for the World Bank's infoDev program, will chair a lively discussion on the following key topics in ICT and education: