by Melanie Smollin, Take Part
Computer labs are understocked, with outdated, broken computers, and teachers have no way to integrate technology into the curriculum. Most tech-deprived schools serve students from low-income, minority communities. Historically, these kids have been at a disadvantage to their affluent peers. Exclusion from the digital world only widens this gap. Sarah Silverman teaches fifth- and sixth-grade writing in Columbus, Ohio. She recently told TakePart about her struggle to bridge the digital divide for her students.
http://www.takepart.com/news/2011/02/22/educators-still-struggle-to-bridge-digital-divide–
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