#TechTipTuesday – MAETL STEAM Library

#TechTipTuesday – MAETL STEAM Library

Every Tuesday I share a Tech Tip on our social media pages to assist our staff in their use of technology as it relates to their role.

MAETL STEAM Library
#TechTipTuesday – MAETL STEAM Library (2024). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: www.fishbowlteaching.com

One of the most challenging barriers when it comes to technology integration for educators is access to resources. In almost all scenarios, classroom teachers do not have a lot (or any) say over their budget and while buying things out-of-pocket is a reality for many educators, tech tools are often cost-prohibitive. However, the budget restraints affect individual schools and school divisions as well; especially for niche tech items that aren’t part of “daily” use. This is where resources like the MAETL STEAM Library fit in! In their own words, this resource is:

Increasing Technology Access in Manitoba Schools

The MAETL STEAM Library is a curated collection of educational technology tools purchased by MAETL, available for loan to membership organizations.

Classroom- and school-based loans are facilitated via your divisional MAETL representative.  Tailored support is available through our dedicated Lending Library sub-committee.

https://www.maetl.mb.ca/maetl-lending-library

The library, which currently features a variety of robotics, virtual reality, and drone kits offers:

  • free shipping to the recipient
  • access to the tool, secure storage, and any associated accessories
  • digital tutorial supports

While the library is now wrapping up its loans for the 23/24 school year, I highly recommend checking out their offerings and getting your loans secured for the upcoming year!

Get all the details on their website.

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