Instructor directions are listed below:
1. Explain to students that Qualcomm Wireless Reach brings advanced wireless technologies to underserved communities globally, improving lives with programs that strengthen economic and social development. Since 2006, Wireless Reach has impacted over 13 million beneficiaries through more than 100 different programs.
2. Further explain that while most people in urban areas of the United States have cell phones, many people in rural areas and other countries do not have cell phones. Ask why they think someone might not have a cell phone. Accept all answers. Some possible answers are below:
- They don’t have a need for a cell phone
- There is no cell coverage in their area
- They don’t have access to buy a cell phone
- Cell phone is too expensive
3. Explain that the goal of the Qualcomm Wireless Reach initiative is to show users how cellular technology can help improve their lives and provides affordable access to this technology.
4. Explain that Wireless Reach focuses on 5 sectors of need and that you will take a closer look at each one.
5. If time permits, show this 10-year highlight video of the Wireless Reach initiative.
Based on the group of students you are working with, their background knowledge of mobile devices and their capabilities may differ. Keep this in mind as they discuss why people don’t have mobile devices and what they are capable of doing in different communities. Depending on timing and the comfort level of the students, you can choose to expand the conversation by discussing why Qualcomm has a team of people devoted to using wireless technology to help people. If these technologies are being given for free, what does Qualcomm gain from doing this?