Bridging the Digital Divide with Dr. Gittisriboongul S2E16

Bridging the Digital Divide 

Digital Equity– an often discussed topic during the pandemic and online learning, it is a subject that many rural, urban, and suburban communities faced when going to distance learning. Providing students with technology and internet access was a long and arduous process for many districts and it led to some amazing infrastructure initiatives and changes. In this episode of the CoSN podcast presented by Discovery Education, Dr. Patrick Gittisriboongul discuss the factors of  the digital divide as well as strategies to address inequities.

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  • edCircuit is a mission-based organization entirely focused on the K-20 EdTech Industry and emPowering the voices that can provide guidance and expertise in facilitating the appropriate usage of digital technology in education. Our goal is to elevate the voices of today’s innovative thought leaders and edtech experts. Subscribe to receive notifications in your inbox

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  • Patrick Gittisriboongul, Ed.D is the Assistant Superintendent of Technology and Innovation at Lynwood Unified School District in California.  In 2020, the Linwood Unified District had to address the digital divide in order for students to access online learning. Unlike many districts, Dr. G created a resolution to solve digital equity, and specifically provide secure internet access and fiber to the city of Lynwood. Dr. G’s efforts are truly inspiring and set a precedent for digital equity and distance learning across the country.

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EdCircuit Staff and Patrick Gittisriboongul

edCircuit is a mission-based organization entirely focused on the K-20 EdTech Industry and emPowering the voices that can provide guidance and expertise in facilitating the appropriate usage of digital technology in education. Our goal is to elevate the voices of today’s innovative thought leaders and edtech experts. Subscribe to receive notifications in your inbox

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