I did some research on that a few years ago, I will try to find my
notes. I was interested in learning when the term Digital Divide
replaced the earlier term Technology Gap. I have a theory, which I
never fully researched, that Digital Divide became the more common term
when interest in the problem went beyond educators and attracted the
attention of the business community.. At that point, it seemed to me,
the emphasis went from providing access to technology to providing
connectivity.
I also remember an earlier discussion, several years ago, of the
derivation of the phrase. As I recall, several people credited Andy
with having coined the phrase but he ascribed that to somebody else whom
I don't remember.
John Crooks
The Virtual Scavengers Project
Andy Carvin wrote:
Earlier this year Laura Breeden's team here at EDC did a similar
timeline. I know there was a paper version published, but not sure
about an electronic version. Anyone recall if it was posted to the list?
ac
Katy E. Pearce wrote:
Hi all,
I am constructing a timeline of the digital divide... Major events
that have
contributed in a positive or negative way toward bridging the gap. I
have a
pretty good list right now, but would appreciate any suggestions. Please
send me private e-mail, as to not bombard the list.
Thanks!
Katy Pearce
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