“In states, school districts and schools across the country, there is substantial evidence that technology has become a vital component for the success of the entire educational enterprise by:

• Improving learning and achievement among urban, suburban and rural students of all ages and abilities and aids all students to meet high standards

• Helping new and aspiring teachers to become “highly qualified” and experts in their subject area

• Providing administrators with better data that can improve decision-making and policy implementation”

If you are really interested in that question – check out the ISTE site for resources, references, and technology standards for students, teachers and administrators.

Internet provides a lot of information.