Participate 3.1.1 Access to the Digital Community Quest

What types of barriers might impede students’ opportunities to access digital learning?

1. Socio-Economic Status

2. Rural vs. Urban Living

3. Education Level

4. Age

5. Culture

6. Disabilities

7. Value Systems

8. Income

9. Profession

10. Time

What might we do to eliminate such barriers?

1. Educate

2. Advocate Change

3. Highlight Benefits

4. Increase Availability / Access 

5.  Make Access Meaningful to Learning 

Levels of Access

City	Providers Above 3 Mbps	Providers Below 3 Mbps	Common Speed	Rank
Atlanta, GA	7 (6 Above National Avg)	1	10 Mbps	1/159
Floyd County	6 (5 Above National Avg)	2	10 Mbps	99/159

Resource Comparisons 

Resource	Points
Broadband.gov	Access affects all aspects of social life (health, safety, education, etc.) Important for Emergency Management Encourages transparency and empowers consumers to make informed decisions Focus on equal access for all communities and individuals Focused around businesses and commerce
ESA Report	Relates broadband accessibility to economic growth Focus on Made in America / Small Business and American communities Emphasis on the supply chain and economic impact Connection of broadband access and the government Broadband use up each year among homes
WebAIM	Web access offers opportunities for connectivity  Web offers equality and efficiency for people with disabilities  Many obstacles still exist pertaining to web accessibility  People need to be aware and speak out regarding equality pertaining to web accessibility: How can people and groups cause change?  Laws support the policies needed for more equal web accessibility