BBC NEWS | Technology | Youth speak out on digital divide - 0 views
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simultaneously amazed by and afraid of modern technological advances
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Sammi Biegler on 18 Sep 09It's a novel concept to see youths afraid of technology- in America, this attitude is usually reserved for parents, teachers, and other non-digital-natives...
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these services are expensive and thus digital barriers are widening
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In America, we have tried to fix this by offering computer access in the schools. We don't have digital cafes offering computer access in many locations- typically it's just WiFi connections. Unfortunately, this means disadvantaged students are forced to complete any computer-based assignments before, during, and after school, while the building is still open.
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Now, in the age of Internet 2.0, the web is of no use if only some people have access to it. Perhaps the digital society can help with this - I believe that promoting tele-education in our cities will help these people to get good education.
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If you're not yet familiar with it, check out the WIDE World site through HGSE. It's a good example of online learning and community building, and you might be interested in some of the topics! http://wideworld.pz.harvard.edu/en/
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Hi T561- a bit old, but an international perspective on the inequality of technology access across the globe. This article links in with the TIE list discussions about the One Laptop Per Child effort as well. If we want to use technology to break down international barriers, like Dede's "Microsoft of the future" film, we have to address the issue of accessibility, both across the globe and within our own student population.