Andrew Barr

Information Technology

The information age and globalisation means that our students, more than ever before, will need to compete in an increasingly global workforce, and be able to handle the rapid pace of change that will be the defining feature ofthe 21st century. We must strive, therefore, to create an education system that effectively equips our students.

Renewal of our school IT infrastructure will ensure that students can enjoy all the opportunities that state-of-the-art access to the internet and cutting edge technology can provide. This is why we are committed to providing the latest technology in schools to create closer links between parents, children and teachers in the ACT, and throughout the world.

Labor's Smart Schools: Smart Students policy is aimed at Improving the access of ACT public school students and their parents to information and communication technology.