Apple CEO blasts teacher unions; Dell encourages innovation, unveils new web site
In a joint appearance in front of executives and educational technology advocates at a statewide summit in Texas Feb. 16, Apple CEO Steve Jobs and Dell CEO Michael Dell shared their views on the role of educational technology in preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century. Jobs, who says schools should operate more like businesses, criticized teacher unions for exerting too much control over the personnel process. Dell talked about the importance of 21st century skills and highlighted a new web site where Dell customers, including educators, can make suggestions for improving the company’s products and services.
