The Digital Divide (DD): A Reconceptualization for Educators

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Harper, V. (2003). The Digital Divide (DD): A Reconceptualization for Educators. AACE Journal, 11(1), 96-103. Norfolk, VA: AACE.
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Journal Information

AACE Journal
ISSN 1065-6901
Volume 11, Issue 1, 2003
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)  Norfolk, VA

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Author

Vernon Harper, California State University, San Bernardino, USA

Abstract

The author attempts to elaborate upon the popularized notion of the digital divide (DD). Previously, the DD has been defined as a lack of access to information technology for specific groups. This "access DD," in the opinion of the author, is an incorrect conceptualization for educators. The author then explains why educators must redirect their attention and resources to solve the more nebulous "social DD."

Keywords

• Digital Divide

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