Framing the Digital Divide in Higher Education

Ismael Peña-López

Abstract


This is the introductory article to the monograph "Redefining the Digital Divide in Higher Education". The article describes a comprehensive approach to the phenomenon of the digital divide and digital access, based on Marc Raboy and Mark Warschauer's research. This approach depicts the evolution from mere physical access to effective use of information and communication technologies in the field of higher education. Within this framework, the articles in the monograph are presented highlighting their role in contributing to a comprehensive approach and reflection on the digital divide in Higher Education.

Keywords


digital divide; digital competences; digital skills; digital literacy; higher education



DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.7238/rusc.v7i1.657

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