“A lack of consistent and high-speed broadband, the high cost of those internet services, and an absence of ongoing funding for affordable internet programs continue to hinder technology access in communities nationwide, according to a digital equity resource guide from the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology.” (source: K12 Dive)
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f you are looking for an expert on these issues, please consider, Natalie B. Milman, Ph.D., the Chair of the Department of Educational Leadership, Professor of Educational Technology, and Director of the Educational Technology Leadership Program at The George Washington University's Graduate School of Education and Human Development.
Dr. Milman is also a member of the interdisciplinary Human-Technology Collaborations PhD program and research lab, a member of GW’s Academy of Distinguished Teachers, and winner of the 2017 Bender Teaching Award.
Her research focuses on the design of instruction and models for the effective leadership and integration of technology at all academic levels; online student support needs, engagement, and learning; issues of diversity, inclusion, and digital equity; and the use of digital portfolios for professional development.
If you are looking for further context on this matter or would like to speak with Professor Milman, please contact GW Media Relations at [email protected] or 202-994-6460.