Quote by Conrad Burns
I come from Montana, and in eastern Montana we have a lot of dirt between light bulbs. It is expensive trying to bring the new technologies to smaller schools to upgrade their technologies to take advantage of distance learning.
Summary
The quote highlights the disparity in access to advanced technology in rural areas, using an example from Montana. In eastern Montana, there is a significant lack of resources in smaller schools, making it costly to implement the latest technological advancements needed for distance learning. The emphasis on "a lot of dirt between light bulbs" symbolizes the vast distance and challenges in bridging the technological gap. The quote underscores the financial barriers faced by remote communities in ensuring equal educational opportunities and the difficulty in introducing modern amenities in such areas.
Topics
Learning
By Conrad Burns