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The History of the Future of E-rate

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The act called for “universal service” so that all Americans could have access to affordable telecommunications services, regardless of their geographical location. In 2014, the FCC undertook a “modernization” plan for E-rate in part to address the changing demand for telecommunications services.

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The Politics of Education Technology

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And now, the final weeks of 2016 revolve around what will happen after January 20, 2017. ” Accessibility and Technology (and the Role of Governments and Corporations). It’s another one of those open questions: what will happen to “access” to the Internet under President Trump? What will happen to the FCC?