Digital technology at the service of education
Because digital technology can have a positive impact on learning methods, the town has adopted a “digital school” plan. It consists in equipping public elementary schools with latest-generation IT (information technology) equipment and access to broadband or high throughput sequencing. The town of Blois has provided all fourth and fifth grade classes (in French, CM1 and CM2) with interactive whiteboards and digital tablets. The plan also grants schools a credit to purchase software of recognized pedagogical interest.
The town of Blois thereby contributes to the reduction of inequalities by providing children with universal access to tools that will be instrumental in their future lives. From 2016 to 2020, the town has earmarked 1.2 million euros for the project.