Closing the digital divide: Beyond devices to true inclusion

Closing the Digital Divide: Beyond Devices to True Inclusion

When Covid hit, colleges scrambled to move online, prioritizing digital access over digital inclusion.

The sector achieved miracles in getting learners online, but now it's clear that digital inclusion means more than just distributing devices or uploading content.

Almost every employer demands digital competence, with skills like using spreadsheets and participating in hybrid meetings being as essential as literacy and numeracy.

However, many learners still leave college without the confidence or ability to engage with digital tools in the workplace, creating a new barrier.

digital inclusion must mean more than distributing devices or uploading PowerPoints

If colleges are serious about employability and inclusion, they cannot ignore this digital divide.

Author's summary: Covid accelerated online learning, but true digital inclusion remains elusive.

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FE Week FE Week — 2025-10-31

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