§ 7-903. Purpose

MD Educ Code § 7-903 (2019) (N/A)
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It is the purpose of this subtitle:

(1)    To offer incentives and opportunities for creative public and private partnerships within the marketplace to develop state-of-the-art educational technology products and services that promote the use of advanced technologies in the classroom;

(2)    To avoid duplication and the development of incompatible systems by strengthening and building upon existing telecommunications infrastructure dedicated to educational purposes;

(3)    To provide Maryland public school students with equal opportunities to develop a strong academic foundation;

(4)    To facilitate expanded educational choices not otherwise available to Maryland public school students through on-line courses and services; and

(5)    To expand professional development opportunities available to educational staff in Maryland public schools through on-line courses and services.