[OLPC-Philippines] One Laptop Per Child: Vision vs. Reality

[Ryan Letada]

Thanks Ray,

This is definitely a great and phenomenal read! I suggest that everyone read
this work, especially the comments/discussions resulting from it. I think
this article raises important points and questions, that we must raise
ourselves as we formulate our vision and move forward. How exactly will our
vision fare against real challenges regarding logistics, politics,
competitive PC market, and competing interests in the Philippines? It is
assumed that the introduction of learning and technological innovation will
benefit the children. But how do we make a connection or correlation between
the diffusion of XO laptops and our desired outcomes?

This article provides important lessons/perspectives that we must sincerely
take into consideration as we lead the charge in introducing such
innovations to the Philippines - so READ IT!! Haha.

What do you guys think? what about you Ray?

Ryan





On Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 1:00 PM, <rayb at apc.edu.ph> wrote:

> Article in Communications of the ACM:
> http://cacm.acm.org/magazines/2009/6/28497-one-laptop-per-child-vision-vs-reality/fulltext
>
> Food for thought!
>
> Ray
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