What steps can society take to narrow the digital divide

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Question :

1. Does Technology Create a Divide Between the More and Less Fortunate? If yes, why?

Case :

A teacher assigns a research paper that requires students to read several articles on the web. A school requires that all students type papers on a computer and submit the papers using email. While these may be valid ways to integrate technology in a curriculum or to help instructors manage their classroom, they assume all students have ample access to technology outside of school. School districts that assume all students have computers at home place less fortunate students at a further disadvantage. These students may have to stay after school to use a computer or study at the local library to access the Internet. Students at school districts in disadvantaged areas may fall further behind if the school is unable to provide access to the technology taken for granted at other schools, including interactive whiteboards and dedicated technology specialists. These discrepancies are knows collectively as the digital divide, a term used to illustrate the gap between those with and without access to technology.

With the recent widespread growth of mobile device users, some aspects of the digital divide are closing. Students can email and do research on Internet-capable mobile devices, as well as access education-related apps. Mobile device capabilities however are limited. You cannot use a mobile device to write a research paper, prepare a resume or submit a college application. Some companies and organizations are trying to provide better access. One company provides low-cost Internet access to family who receive free or reduced school lunches. Schools can apply for technology grants to purchase classroom computers. These grants may be able to provide access to students, but if no one can teach the students or their teachers to use the technology, it may not solve the problem.

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