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Millions of Students Are Still Without WiFi and Tech—Why Haven’t Policymakers Stepped Up?

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The FCC’s E-Rate program , a K-12 broadband subsidy, provides methods for districts and libraries to acquire discounts on WiFi connectivity. Jennifer E. Dolan’s 2016 research “ Splicing the Divide ” tackled this equity piece with data way before COVID-19 reached U.S.

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The Impact of Technology on Education

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Looking at K-12 tech innovation news, perhaps the biggest positive impact of technology on education is that of equity of access. Digital learning tools and digital technologies have broken down geographical barriers and provided access to educational resources for students no matter their socioeconomic status or geographic location.