Technology and social inclusion: Rethinking the digital divide

Abstract

Learning objectives To recognise the characteristics of millennial kids. To understand the contemporary nature of a digital divide. To make connections between the digital divide and social inclusion. To think about curriculums and pedagogical reforms that flow from the use of new technologies that support digital and social inclusion for families from low socioeconomic areas. Introduction When the digital divide was first conceptualised (Gore 1998) it focused on the ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’ with regard to having access to computer technology or not. While access remains a contentious issue it is readily apparent that the focus eventually shifted to the quality of access to the internet via d..