'One laptop per child'- like organisations?
One laptop per child (OLPC) is an organisation which brings laptops and technology to poor regions of this world and educates the people to use those tools.
As a computer scientist and passionate traveler, I seek a way to promote equal chances to everyone and support those in need. But right now I fall short of organisations who act like OLPC, so my question is if you know another, similar organisation?
Or any way to travel while working as a computer person. I know traveling and working as an English teacher is fairly straight forward, so I wondered if someone had any travel/work tips for me?
The last this world needs is another business app programmer..
Best Answer
I knew someone who worked for Geeks without Borders, which from my understanding does indeed help small businesses in the developing world set up IT and the like, so there may indeed be room there for a business apps programmer.
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Why schools should provide one laptop per child?
One-to-one laptop programs also enhanced students' 21st-century skills \u2013 skills needed in an information age \u2013 such as the ability to locate and use internet resources. Students also improved their collaborative learning skills \u2013 that is, they were more capable of working collaboratively with others.What happened to the one laptop per child?
Among other issues, the cost of the laptop rose to $188, the initial buyers began to back out, and IT support was minimal. As a result, the OLPC foundation failed to achieve its expected sale of 150 million laptops by the end of 2007.At what age should a child have their own laptop?
Around age 10 is a great time to buy a computer for your child. As they get older, they will definitely need one. But at age 10, they are young enough that you can still supervise and teach them how to stay safe online.Which age group should have a computer within the environment for the children to use?
Computers and Preschoolers. Children 3 and 4 years of age are developmentally ready to explore computers, and most early childhood educators see the computer center as a valuable activity center for learning. Timing is crucial. Children need plenty of time to experiment and explore.More answers regarding 'One laptop per child'- like organisations?
Answer 2
A lot of roles like this come up on EscapeTheCity. I've removed 'Graduate' roles from the filter, but it should show both professional and volunteer roles for you. Have seen some really useful and interesting ones there in the past, just not the ones I want...yet... ;)
To get an idea of what they do (and to see three of the awesome roles they've had):
(It may sound like I'm affiliated; I'm not, I'm just really enthused by their model and wish there were more like them)
Answer 3
Before they were gobbled up by IESC, I did two enjoyable stints with Geekcorps:
http://www.iesc.org/ict-and-applied-technologies.aspx
Their geographic reach is now limited, but if your technical area meets their needs and their geographic location meets your interest, perhaps you might be able to work something out.
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