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Can BYOD Narrow the Digital Divide? #SXSWedu

EdTechSandyK

But we can use mobile devices to help. Engagement is key to getting kids involved and increase their learning. It''s becoming more socially acceptable to talk about school outside of school because of mobile devices. Studies have shown that low SES students test scores go up 30% when they have access to mobile devices.

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Close the Digital Learning Gap: How One District Tackled Tech Disparity in the Classroom

Edsurge

In 2014, Palmdale School District was experiencing a major digital divide. In 2014, Palmdale School District was experiencing a major digital divide. The goal was simple: provide students with a well-rounded education—including technology competency—designed to help them throughout their lives.

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Educators Share What’s Working in Distance Learning

MIND Research Institute

Supporting Students and Families. Unfortunately, school closures have meant a step backward for many when it comes to the digital divide. For underserved students and rural communities, the impact is even greater. Student Engagement and Academic Rigor.

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Discuss Education with Dr. P.A. Mathew.

Linways Technologies

It was exciting to get the students also into it. As a teacher, facing the mobile phone or computer to teach was new. Also how to get the students engaged. There are some impersonals forces in history which no one can escape from, For example today people ask you for the mobile phone number for identity.

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29 K-12 edtech predictions for 2021

eSchool News

Safely getting back to the classroom requires many new precautions, and in 2021, innovations in technology such as digital signage software and content management will play a major role. COVID-19 highlighted that the digital divide was not exclusive to rural areas, as many families in urban areas cannot afford internet connectivity.

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New bill would support innovative internet pilots for students

eSchool News

would support pilot initiatives that increase student access to digital resources, increase student, parent, and educator engagement, and improve students’ chances to participate in new learning models. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.V.), Next page: More actions to expand out-of-school internet access.

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Middle School Youth Research, Create, and Take Action to Affect Change

Educator Innovator

One tech-interested student wondered how he could build a skill set when his school and community didn’t have access to the same tools and instruction available in other areas. ” Students will continue to shape their projects through data collection, trips to research sites, and talking with community leaders and field professionals.