Major

M.A. in Digital Media in Learning

Research Abstract

In this presentation I explore the complexity of the digital divide and propose to use the framework of critical praxis put forth by Paolo Freire in the Pedagogy of the Oppressed (1970). Using Freire we are able to build on existing research on the digital divide, contextualize the multi-dimensional issue of the divide, and respond to the social, cultural, and political issues within and beyond the classroom environment.

Faculty Mentor/Advisor

Professor David Silver, Professor Evelyn Rodriguez

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Apr 25th, 10:00 AM Apr 25th, 3:00 PM

Deconstructing the Digital Divide: Critical Media Literacy Implementation in the Classroom

In this presentation I explore the complexity of the digital divide and propose to use the framework of critical praxis put forth by Paolo Freire in the Pedagogy of the Oppressed (1970). Using Freire we are able to build on existing research on the digital divide, contextualize the multi-dimensional issue of the divide, and respond to the social, cultural, and political issues within and beyond the classroom environment.