True or False
The digital divide is the gap between those who have access to the internet and those who do not
True
How many layers are there to the digital divide?
3
What is the most important thing to keep in mind when dealing with a student that is a digital immigrant?
Be patient
Older generations do not have a struggle with the digital divide
False, older generations are not technologically up to date as the rest of the generations
what is the 2nd layer called?
effective use
Even if some students do not have access to technology, should technology etiquette be taught in the classroom, and why?
Yes, because it is important for when they do have access to technology that the student does not use it in a wrong manner.
The digital divide does not affect the classroom
False, the classroom is one the biggest struggles due to the digital divide
What is the 1st layer called
Access
Hands-on activities
Those who have a high income struggle the most with the digital divide
False, lower income residents struggle the most due to not having the funds to afford the technology that is needed
What is the 3rd layer called?
The social envelope
If technology is not accessible in a student's home, what should be provided to them as an alternative?
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