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Today, technology is being used for distance education programs in elementary education in attempt to improve teaching–learning processes in classrooms. Governments and international agencies are collaborating to develop and implement technology based educational tools across regions. These are aimed at complementing the regular teaching– learning processes in school education for improving the learning outcomes of students. The premise of utilizing technology based solutions to provide quality education at low cost is supported by research evidence.The range of technology in education has evolved steadily. It comprises use of computers, radio, multimedia players, and a range of wireless devices that can be used across regions by providing both audio and visual facilities for exchange of instructions. The role of the worldwide web/internet has grown immensely as it helps minimize the costs in reaching millions of students across geographical regions.