The Digital Divide and Solutions
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What is one of the primary barriers to technology access for specific communities?

  • Government regulations on technology
  • Availability of technology in the workplace
  • Costs of owning a device (correct)
  • High levels of internet usage
  • How did the events of 2020 impact technology reliance?

  • Encouraged reliance on older technologies
  • Increased reliance on computer technology (correct)
  • Pushed for more digital literacy training
  • Decreased the importance of offline activities
  • Which solution is proposed to help bridge the digital divide?

  • Providing free digital literacy training for students
  • Donating used computer technology to a specific organization (correct)
  • Mandating technology usage in schools
  • Subsidizing internet costs for all communities
  • What role does digital literacy play in the digital divide?

    <p>It is a major barrier for some communities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a stated barrier to technology access?

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    Study Notes

    The Digital Divide

    • Limited access to technology for specific communities
    • Barriers include:
      • Costs of owning a device
      • Levels of digital literacy
      • Internet costs

    Importance of Technology

    • Increasing reliance on computer technology
    • Move to online activities in 2020 caused inequalities

    Solution: Increasing Access

    • Donate used computer technology to the BC Technology for Learning Society
    • Refurbished devices are then redistributed to those in need

    The Digital Divide

    • The digital divide describes the disparity in access to technology for certain communities.
    • Access barriers include the cost of owning a device, digital literacy levels, and internet costs.

    Importance of Technology

    • Society is increasingly reliant on computer technology.
    • The shift to online activities in 2020 exacerbated existing inequalities.

    Increasing Access

    • The BC Technology for Learning Society accepts donations of used computer technology.
    • Refurbished devices are redistributed to individuals and communities in need.

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    This quiz explores the concept of the digital divide and the various barriers that prevent certain communities from accessing technology. It also discusses the increasing importance of technology in our daily lives and suggests solutions like donating used devices to help bridge the gap. Test your knowledge on this crucial social issue!

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