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

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Finally, there are states that had some version of a law prior to 2020 and proceeded to add provisions to better address the needs of distance learning. of California’s Public Contract Code only addressed online learning in the context of surplus technology and nonprofit computer labs.

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#DLNchat: How Will Net Neutrality Changes Affect Higher Education?

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Protections for charging more for internet use in rural areas have been removed (and the FCC is currently attempting to recategorize internet access from a utility to a service which could compound the issue). But Cali Morrison reminded the chat, it’s not just rural students whose access we should be concerned about.

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The Impact of Technology on Education

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From interactive digital resources to online learning platforms, technology has given educators innovative tools to create dynamic and inclusive learning environments. Students, in turn, have benefited from increased access to information, personalized learning experiences, and opportunities for collaboration.