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Digital divide hits small towns hard

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Unfortunately, the digital divide is a very real barrier to success in our community,” said Audra Bluehouse, an English teacher at Hatch Valley High. “We Others spend long hours studying in the computer labs at the Doña Ana Community College Hatch Learning Center, adjacent to the high school.

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What New Research on Young Kids’ Media Use Means for Teachers

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As studies have shown, screen time before bed can interfere with sleep , and background TV can also have negative effects on kids. Become an advocate for digital equity in your school and community by learning more about programs that subsidize high-speed internet for low-income families.

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Conquering the digital divide at school–and at home

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The digital divide is proving one of the most pervasive and stubborn challenges in U.S. A new study confirms that, despite efforts to close the space, the gap between students who have access to devices and the internet and those who lack it compounds equity problems within U.S.

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State Leadership Working Towards Broadband Access for All

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Included in the new report and accompanying website are case studies of success stories. By providing these examples of state leadership to support technology in education, though, states can work towards bridging the digital divide. As Fox said when discussing SETDA’s report, a network like CEN might not work for every state.

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Exploring the Benefits of Implementing BOYD in Education

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The potential benefits of BOYD for learning and teaching are significant, including increased collaboration and engagement among students. However, implementing BOYD in schools also presents some challenges such as data security, digital divide, and compatibility issues.

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