SXSW EDU 2020

Tech Libraries Yield High Returns & Expand Access

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The Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Technology Lending Library serves 122 elementary schools and 17 Philadelphia regional high schools. In the 2018-2019 school year, the Lending Library saved schools $50,000 in technology purchases alone. Additionally, this free program provided over 1000 students with meaningful educational experiences using AR/VR, robots, drones, coding and 3D design and printing. Removing the financial barriers & providing high quality coaching increased technology equity.


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  1. Attendees will learn why using the Lending Library and Coaching model is a superior use of financial resources.
  2. Attendees will learn why using the Lending Library and Coaching model yields high device usage rates.
  3. Combining a Lending Library and Tech Coaches increases both access and equity while removing barriers for successful classroom tech integration.

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Aaron Heintz, Technology Integration Coach; PreK-12, Archdiocese of Philadelphia


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