• The Digital Divide: Psychological Ramifications of Technology Access in Underserved Urban Schools Versus Elite Schools

  • Aug 20 2024
  • Length: 19 mins
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The Digital Divide: Psychological Ramifications of Technology Access in Underserved Urban Schools Versus Elite Schools

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  • In this episode of The Aspiring Intellectual, John Smith takes a deep dive into the issues affecting our education system, focusing particularly on the digital divide between underserved urban schools and elite schools. Smith explores how this gap in technology access has significant psychological implications on students, affecting their self-esteem, sense of belonging, and future aspirations. The episode also discusses the controversial issue of cell phone bans in public education, examining how this policy is actually stifling student growth and future preparedness. In addition, Smith highlights the historical instances where new technologies were initially resisted in education, drawing parallels to the current resistance to cell phones in classrooms. The episode closes by calling for an overhaul of our attitudes towards technology in education, advocating for policies that embrace technology as a critical tool for learning rather than something to be shunned.
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