Feds invest in mobile tech-based tutoring services

In an effort to strengthen the federal government's after-school tutoring program, known as Supplemental Educational Services, or SES, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) plans to invest $9.5 million in a new test project that will explore the use of mobile devices such as cell phones and other technologies in delivering targeted remediation to struggling students. [via eSchool News]

"Though it's unlikely mobile technologies such as cell phones and PDAs would serve as replacements for online or face-to-face tutoring, Cohen said, the devices could be used to supplement existing programs, providing a means for parents to receive updates on their child's progress via cell phone, for example, and giving students yet another means of receiving additional remediation and support, whether it's reviewing for a test or just brushing up on their skills."

emily | 5:25 PM | SMS and Government |
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