Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2021

1560 , and proposed adding sections designed “to close the digital divide in California.” These new amendments require the State Superintendent to survey education institutions to understand students' access to computing devices and broadband connections. Federally, mandates do exist for schools and districts.

Broadband 138

Broadband Digital Divide E-rate Policies 138

MIND Research Institute

MAY 15, 2020

Unfortunately, school closures have meant a step backward for many when it comes to the digital divide. Connecting with students over ST Math has now become more than just an academic exercise for our students. Supporting Students and Families. For underserved students and rural communities, the impact is even greater.

Education 124

Education Broadband Learning Elementary 124

Neo LMS

AUGUST 17, 2021

While there are video and audio tools that help bridge the physical distance, your communications strategy needs to include cognizance of the digital divide and your students’ access to these tools. Read more: 6 Practical strategies for teaching across the digital divide. Get practical.

Strategy 368

Strategy Tools Digital Divide Exercises 368

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 17, 2021

Federal funds help narrow the digital divide. In Utah, the Murray City School District had been slowly developing a broadband network for students for two years when funding from the CARES Act helped the district speed up the rollout. Sometimes the exercise prompted her to follow up with individual concerns.

Learning 141

Learning Accessibility Personalized Learning Digital Divide 141

eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2023

I think administrators at more schools across the county will lean into non-traditional supports for students including mentoring, behavioral counseling and socialization exercises for students. I’m also hopeful we’ll see more schools providing comprehensive mental health supports – for both students and staff members.

EdTech 70

EdTech Learning Industry Data 70

eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

The pandemic highlighted the massive digital divide that exists between marginalized communities and affluent communities that enjoy well-established digital infrastructure. FWA allows extremely high-speed broadband where fiber connections can be too cost-prohibitive to install.

EdTech 111

EdTech Data Classroom Accessibility 111

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Connect All Learners The most crucial issue to address is the digital divide. The report highlights states (Tennessee, Mississippi, Massachusetts) that have used state and federal relief funding to purchase devices and expand broadband connectivity. You can read the full report, including the other five suggestions, here.

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Digital Divide How To Learning Broadband 218