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Superintendent Deasy on LAUSD’s iPad Controversy
LAUSD’s iPad program is now on hold after a report questioned the awarding of the contract to Apple, which makes iPads, and Pearson, the company developing the curriculum. Superintendent John Deasy joins us to discuss.
By Madeleine Brand • • 51m ListenLAUSD’s iPad program is now on hold after a report questioned the awarding of the contract to Apple and Pearson, the company developing the curriculum. Superintendent John Deasy joins us to discuss. Plus: The LA Library is offering high school diplomas to drop outs. We check in on that program. And KCRW’s Eric J. Lawrence takes us on a historic audio tour of Disneylands’ Haunted Mansion, which is celebrating its 45th anniversary.
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4 storiesSuperintendent Deasy on iPad Controversy
The $1 billion dollar iPad program in L.A’s public schools is now on hold. Superintendent John Deasy has halted the rollout after an internal report questioned the awarding of the contract to Apple, which makes iPads, and Pearson, the company developing the curriculum for the tablets.
Read the story16 minLibrary Diplomas
While the LAUSD tries to figure out the best way to use technology in the classroom, the city’s library system is offering its own online classes. It’s the first library network in the country to offer a high school curriculum and diplomas for drop-outs.
Read the story8 minEric J. Lawrence on the Haunted Mansion
Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion is turning 45 years old this month. It’s a fan favorite that holds a special place in Disney history.The Haunted Mansion was one of the last attractions worked on by Walt Disney himself, and the first to open after his death. And KCRW’s Eric J. Lawrence is a little obsessed with it.
Read the story12 minLAPD Police Behavior Software
The Los Angeles Police Department has a computer system designed to identify problem officers. It’s been in operation for seven years. But no one has tried to figure out if it actually works, until now. A new report by the LA Police Commission’s Inspector General finds big problems.
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