(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) ts 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.
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