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Laptops for Teachers: An evaluation of the TELA scheme in Auckland schools

Publication Details

The purpose of this evaluation was to investigate the impacts of the Laptops for Teachers Scheme (TELA) on primary schools within the Greater Auckland area.

Author(s): Assoc. Prof. Judy Parr and Dr. Lorrae Ward

Date Published: June 2010

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