Education Equity and Technology Divide in the United States

This article discusses the perspective that development involves expanding human capacities, with knowledge being a crucial capacity. Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) play a vital role in producing and disseminating knowledge, and their use is considered a right in today's society. However, not all Americans have equal access to these technologies. Marginalized communities, often lacking resources for basic needs like clean water, food, and education, face significant challenges in adopting ICTs. This digital divide results in educational and economic inequalities.
The study employs the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) to explore the technology gap in education between upper-class and marginalized communities in the United States. It seeks to understand the factors contributing to this divide by reviewing relevant literature, surveys and interviews The research aims to answer the question of how to narrow the digital divide and promote equal access to educational technology. Potential solutions are also discussed.