Technology access support for participating families¶

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Description¶

The program specifies its technology needs and provides access support: "Families can communicate with Waterford Upstart staff to track their child's progress on a phone or tablet," and "Some families may qualify for a computer and Wi-Fi at no cost," reducing device and connectivity barriers for low-income households participating in the home-based program.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

• A computer with a mouse or laptop with a trackpad, or a tablet

Constraints¶

• Families without qualifying devices or connectivity depend on the program's no-cost computer and Wi-Fi provision

Target Learners¶

• PreK–2 children in low-income households

Target Learning Goals¶

• Enabling consistent participation in daily online early learning lessons

Related Elements¶

• Waterford Upstart early learning program
• Reading Plus technology access requirements

Examples¶

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Key Sources¶

• Waterford Upstart program description. (2024). https://www.waterford.org/upstart/