FILM 260 Chapter Notes -Massive Open Online Course, Digital Divide, The Huffington Post
23 May 2013
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Week 1: digital literacy: reaching those on the wrong side of the digital divide : the new york times. A nonpro t group has been created in the us to try to eliminate the digital divide. 1/3 americans do not have broadband in their homes, mostly low income and minorities. Many job listings are only available online therefore accessibility and technological savvy is a must, especially for those needing jobs. Once an individual attains a job, most require digital skills. Most adults do not go online because they do not think the internet is relevant to them: digital divide persists in canada, both in access and internet uency : financial. There is still a large digital divide within canada, much relating to socioeconomic status. Many are under the impression that access to the internet resolves this issue. Must combine access to internet with digital literacy skills to solve the problem.
