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MA S770
Establishing a special commission to review opportunities to reduce the costs of higher education by improving the utilization of digital learning technology
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establishing a special commission to review opportunities to reduce the costs of higher education by improving the utilization of digital learning technology. Higher Education.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to review opportunities to reduce the costs of higher education by improving the utilization of digital learning technology. The commission will examine the costs of textbooks and study materials, explore the effective use of e-textbooks and open source materials, digital learning platforms, and other educational technology to encourage colleges and universities to implement comprehensive technology-driven educational programs to reduce the overall cost of a higher education degree. The commission will also discuss the feasibility of providing incentives to campuses that offer such programs and the methodology to provide cost containment information to the purchasers of textbooks and educational materials. The commission will consist of 11 members, including representatives from various higher education institutions and the textbook/technology publishing industry, and will report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by December 1, 2019.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2541 (on 02/18/2020)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S770 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S770.pdf |
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