Equality in education: The digital divide

Abstract

Equality in Alberta education in terms of access to technology, better known as the digital divide, is analyzed and explored in this research study. The question as to whether each child should have equal opportunity to the same quality education is an easy question to answer. However, there are discrepancies and inequalities that remain within our system, and as a result, quality education for learners is being affected. Data for this study was collected through a Google Forms online survey and was sent out via social media. Various interviews were also conducted. The findings suggest that parents, post-secondary students, and other members of society are concerned about equality in education as well as the use of technology in the elementary classroom.