Another click sends e-mail instantly across the ocean. This powerful technology that draws us together around the globe can also create and reinforce ties across town or down the block-uniting schools, families and communities in new and exciting ways. The continuing explosion of computer use in the home, at schools and around the community makes such projects possible.
More computers are in the home.
More schools are getting connected, too. In 1994, just three percent of classrooms and 35 percent of public schools had Internet access. The race to bring schools online is being driven by hundreds of studies showing that technology-rich schools produce impressive results for students, including improved achievement, higher test scores and better student attitudes. These advantages make it imperative that all children and families have access to this vital technology. More communities are making it possible for citizens to go online.