Libraries

by Doug Kinkoph, Associate Administrator, Office of Telecommunications and Information Applications

Students heading back to school this fall that lack access to high-speed broadband will continue to rely upon libraries for homework assignments.

Over the past few years, the U.S. has made significant gains in efforts to connect K-12 schools with high-speed broadband connections of 100Mbps per 1000 students.

This webinar focused on statewide strategies to promote broadband adoption and use in rural communities.  Speakers highlighted the role of state governments, libraries and university extension programs in planning and executing these strategies. The speakers also discussed the role of broadband adoption in rural economic and workforce development, as well as approaches to facilitate broadband use and improve digital skills.

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Topic: Strategies for Broadband Adoption and Digital Inclusion in Rural Communities

Date: April 19, 2017Time: 2:00 PM EDT