Universal service program for schools and libraries ppt
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The Universal Service Program for Schools and Libraries, also known as E-Rate, provides discounts to assist schools and libraries in the United States to obtain affordable telecommunications and internet access. Administered by USAC under the FCC, E-Rate requires schools and libraries to meet eligibility requirements, have a technology assessment and plan, and go through an open bidding process to select a service provider. The program helps pay for technology components like staff development, hardware replacement, and computer upgrades through reimbursements that either go to the service provider or applicant.
Universal service program for schools and libraries ppt
- 1. Universal Service Program for Schools and LibrariesBy: Mary PoretEDLD 5352 – Instructional Leadership
- 2. AgendaIntroductionsWhat is E-Rate?How does it work and who pays for it?Technology componentsSummary
- 3. What is E-Rate?Administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) under the direction of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Provides discounts to assist schools and libraries in the United States to obtain affordable telecommunications and Internet access. One of four support programs funded through a Universal Service fee charged to companies that provide interstate and/or international telecommunications services.
- 4. How does it work?Schools and libraries must meet eligibility requirementsTechnology assessment and technology planOpen and fair bidding processSection of a service provider
- 5. Who pays for it?USAC may be invoiced by the service provider or by the applicant. In both cases, reimbursement is made to the service provider.
- 6. Technology componentsClear goals and realistic strategyProfessional developmentAssessment of servicesEvaluation process
- 7. Woodville High School Tech PlanFunds staff development Funds a replacement cycle for LAN and WAN hardware annuallyFunds for replacement of 20% of computers and teacher laptops annually
- 8. SummaryRecap of presented informationhttp://www.usac.org/sl/