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The Digital Use Divide

National Educational Technology Plan

As discussed in the 2017 National Educational Technology Plan, a divide exists between those students who regularly encounter opportunities to leverage technology in active, critical, and creative ways and those whose experiences with technology in their learning are limited to more passive expectations of use. Some students experience a school year full of critical media […]

The Digital Design Divide

National Educational Technology Plan

While the digital use and access divides are well documented by decades of scholarship, we present the digital design divide as a new consideration of the intersection of school culture, professional learning, and edtech. The design divide is between and within those systems that provide every educator the time and support they need to build […]

The Digital Access Divide

National Educational Technology Plan

For all learners to have the deep, complex, active learning experiences described above, states and districts must focus on closing one other key divide—the digital access divide. This divide has historically been defined as providing equitable access to reliable, high-speed connectivity, hardware, and digital resources. Accessibility and digital health, safety, and citizenship are also key […]

Barriers & Strategies

Advancing Digital Equity for All

Advancing Digital Equity for All Barriers & Strategies Availability ⬩ Affordability ⬩ Adoption In a series of listening sessions to explore community-based solutions to digital equity, participants discussed the lack of access to reliable, high-speed broadband and technology tools for learning and its impact on learners, particularly those who need the most support and experience […]

Introduction

Advancing Digital Equity for All

Advancing Digital Equity for All Introduction The State of Digital Equity for Learners ⬩ The Role of the U.S. Department of Education in Advancing Digital Equity To fully participate in today’s rapidly changing economy and society, all individuals need access to digital tools, devices, and skills training. However, communities across the country have long faced […]

Executive Summary

Advancing Digital Equity for All

Advancing Digital Equity for All Executive Summary Key Steps for Leaders to Ensure Access for All Learners Digital equity is achieved when all individuals and communities have the information technology capacity that is needed for full participation in the society and economy of the United States (U.S.). Reaching this goal for all learners is a […]

Initiatives

Digital Literacy Accelerator

Featured Publication 2021-2022 Digital Literacy Accelerator Participants Applications are closed. Information is here for reference. Many learners spend significant time each day online, yet have never received training on how to engage with the information they encounter. Our future depends on our ability to strengthen learners’ digital literacy skills, in order to combat misinformation and […]
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Using Evidence to Support EdTech Adoption in Schools

Supporting Schools’ Use of Evidence to Guide EdTech Adoption The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) encourages state and local educational agencies to prioritize evidence-based decisions on the use of educational technologies (edtech) in schools. Educational leaders charged with making edtech decisions on behalf of school districts have expressed the need for support in using […]

Digital Accessibility for All Learners

Technology is a bridge to increase access for all learners. If not integrated correctly, technology can increase barriers for learners with disabilities. As technology becomes a larger component of everyday life and learning, it is increasingly important that all technology is accessible for all learners. In order for learners to meaningfully participate in their education, […]

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