The Digital Divide in Schools: We Can Make a Difference

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Pearson, T. & Swain, C. (2001). The Digital Divide in Schools: We Can Make a Difference. In J. Price et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2001 (pp. 371-376). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
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Conference Information

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference (SITE) 2001
Norfolk, VA
2001
ISBN 1-880094-41-X
  Jerry Price, Dee Anna Willis, Niki Davis & Jerry Willis
AACE

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Authors

Tamara Pearson, Colleen Swain, Univ. of Florida, USA

Abstract

Overcoming the issues surrounding the Digital Divide often appears to be insurmountable. However, in our recent examination of 28 research studies and reports we found the emphasis to frequently be on matters of access and not equity in the learning environment. The studies dealing primarily with access suggest the gap between socioeconomic groups is declining. Yet, access to computers does not provide equitable learning environments. Findings from the literature we examined indicated three primary areas that influence the digital divide in the school system. These areas are frequency of use, the computer experience of students, and technology training for teachers. The encouraging aspect of our review of the literature is that teacher educators can have a positive influence on these areas. We can make a difference in the digital divide in the school systems.

Keywords

• Schools
• Digital Divide

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