Sec. 57.021. DEFINITIONS    


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  • In this subchapter:

    (1) "Distance learning" means an instruction, learning, or training resource, including video, data, voice, or electronic information, that is:

    (A) used by an educational institution predominantly for instruction, learning, or training; and

    (B) transmitted from a site to one or more other sites by a telecommunications service.

    (2) "Educational institution" includes:

    (A) an accredited primary or secondary school;

    (B) an institution of higher education as defined by Section 61.003, Education Code;

    (C) a private institution of higher education accredited by a recognized accrediting agency as defined by Section 61.003, Education Code;

    (D) the Texas Education Agency and its successors and assigns;

    (E) a regional education service center established and operated in accordance with Chapter 8, Education Code; or

    (F) the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and its successors and assigns.

    (3) "Library" means:

    (A) a public library or regional library system as defined by Section 441.122, Government Code; or

    (B) a library operated by an institution of higher education or a school district.

Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 166, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.