Overview
Explore the critical issue of digital equity in a post-pandemic world through this 31-minute talk presented by The Aspen Institute. Delve into the long-standing inequalities in access and adoption of essential technologies, including broadband connections, laptops, and digital literacy skills. Examine how these disparities affect children's education, young adults' skill acquisition, job opportunities for adults, and overall access to vital services. Analyze the pandemic's role in exposing these inequities and discuss potential solutions for achieving true digital equity across communities nationwide. Learn about policy changes, opportunities, and strategies to overcome resistance and bridge the digital divide. Gain insights into the evolving landscape of technology access and its impact on various aspects of society in this thought-provoking presentation sponsored by Verizon.
Syllabus
Introduction
Digital Equity
What has changed
Impact of the pandemic
Resistance
Policy
Opportunity
Solutions
Taught by
The Aspen Institute