Today's Newsletter: Shattering Myths in Edtech

The Connected Learning Alliance released an intriguing report today entitled From Good Intentions to Real Outcomes— Equity by Design in Learning Technologies. In a bit of a teaser, authors Justin Reich and Mimi Ito puncture what they see as three myths about integrating tech in school. Most interesting to me is the contention that technology will not be the ultimate solution for digital equity: “The third myth is that digital divides can be closed through providing technology access. As complex and challenging as it is to create systems where every young person can use a functioning, modern computer with reliable broadband connection, these are only first steps toward digital parity.” Dig in! —Kevin Hogan, Content Director
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Kevin Hogan is a forward-thinking media executive with more than 25 years of experience building brands and audiences online, in print, and face-to-face. Kevin has been reporting on education technology for more than 20 years. Previously, he was Editor-at-Large at eSchool News and Managing Director of Content for Tech & Learning.