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Last week from March 6-12 marked this year’s “Create it at your library” Teen Tech Week celebration. Sponsored by YALSA, this yearly initiative aims to connect teens and libraries, and encourage teens to make use of the library’s nonprint resources. As the Future of Library Services for and with Teens discusses, the knowledge divide continues to grow as one in four teens does not have access to technology. Participating in events such as Teen Tech Week provides an opportunity for teens to gain experience with technology tools in an informal setting and strengthen digital literacy skills. Libraries around the country took part in Teen Tech Week by showcasing maker and breaker spaces, hosting DIY and science programs, introducing teens to new technology, and having fun!
Mark your calendars for next year’s Teen Tech Week celebration from March 5-11, 2017.
Please visit the Teen Tech Week website for more information and resources about planning activities.
Participated in last week’s Teen Tech Week? Share your program with us and the library community on the Teen Programming HQ.
