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Verizon Innovative Learning Schools Recognized for Addressing Digital Divide During Pandemic

Digital Promise

Closing the digital divide became even more important last year as students without reliable internet access at home struggled to connect to their classes. Courses such as “Moving Forward with Hybrid Learning” and “Creating Digitally Inclusive and Accessible Learning Experiences” are aligned with Digital Promise micro-credentials.

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How computer science education bridges the digital divide

eSchool News

Digital divide Our computer science courses needed to be accessible to all students, including those without connectivity or a sophisticated device. We’ve been able to bridge this digital divide by seeking an accessible platform: Construct 3 can be downloaded for use offline and can run on inexpensive Chromebooks.

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How computer science education bridges the digital divide

eSchool News

Digital divide Our computer science courses needed to be accessible to all students, including those without connectivity or a sophisticated device. We’ve been able to bridge this digital divide by seeking an accessible platform: Construct 3 can be downloaded for use offline and can run on inexpensive Chromebooks.

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Ray Allen Foundation Gifts Computer Lab to Miami-Dade Middle School to Help Bridge the Digital Divide

EdTech Magazine

Ray Allen Foundation Gifts Computer Lab to Miami-Dade Middle School to Help Bridge the Digital Divide. I want to say thank you for your accomplishments and your efforts to close the digital divide,” Bulnes told Allen. ricky.ribeiro. Tue, 05/29/2018 - 23:37.

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Family tech nights can narrow the digital divide

eSchool News

But when schools support students in transferring their skills to their parents, they are narrowing the digital divide. Here are some strategies for ensuring that your event is a success. Most districts have interpreter resources they can use for the event. Send notices in multiple formats and languages.

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7 Shifts to Closing the Digital Divide

EdTechTeam

How can we close this digital divide? According to the US Department of Education , there are seven ways to help close the digital divide. Implementing these seven areas to close the digital divide in our school has made a great impact on their learning, and has empowered our students to drive their own education.

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How to work for equity of access in classrooms

eSchool News

Incorporate diverse authors, historical events, and cultural contexts into the materials used in the classroom. Curriculum diversity and inclusion: Review and update curricula to be more inclusive and representative of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.