Digital Divide Digital Learning Student Engagement 
Digital Promise
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Bridging the Digital Learning Gap. Most districts have figured out how to temporarily narrow the digital divide by creating a patchwork of coverage achieved by distributing classroom devices, purchasing some new ones, and buying hotspots. 84 percent of teachers said VILS enhanced student engagement.
Ask a Tech Teacher
APRIL 28, 2025
Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning. You’re expected to cultivate skills that prepare students for real-world challenges. Cost-effectiveness is another critical advantage.
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The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 25, 2021
Nationwide, significant progress has been made since March 2020 on closing the digital divide – the chasm between those K-12 learners who have access to reliable internet and computing devices at home and those who don’t. There’s a role, he says, for a hot spot for a student who becomes homeless, for example.
Digital Promise
AUGUST 28, 2020
Teachers across the region reported that students were more engaged and had higher attendance during digital learning due to the excitement of working with artists and other partners. Schacter added, “Student engagement was a challenge before COVID-19 and is going to be an even greater challenge this year.
Edsurge
JANUARY 20, 2020
In 2014, Palmdale School District was experiencing a major digital divide. In 2014, Palmdale School District was experiencing a major digital divide. The goal was simple: provide students with a well-rounded education—including technology competency—designed to help them throughout their lives.
eSchool News
APRIL 16, 2024
On one side, enthusiasts herald its potential to revolutionize teaching and learning. Challenge #1: Inequitable access to resources Some thought leaders have openly worried about how access to AI tools might impact today’s existing digital divide.
eSchool News
JANUARY 3, 2024
Moreover, smart K-12 learning systems often include tools for continuous assessment and feedback, allowing educators to monitor progress and adapt instructional strategies in real-time. Gamification elements are also employed to make learning more enjoyable and to incentivize student participation.
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