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Everhart, N., Mardis, M. A., Johnston, M., & Smith, D. (2009). From District to Desktop: Making the Most of Broadband in Florida Schools. Retrieved from http://purl.flvc.org/fsu/fd/FSU_migr_slis_faculty_publications-0010
For Americans to engage in a global information society, it is critical that they have access to high-speed, high-bandwidth Internet, meaning broadband. Network connectivity opens up a wealth of possibilities to K-12 educators. While it has the potential to result in fundamental changes in teaching methods, it can definitely be used to enhance already effective teaching methods. However, schools must have confidence in their network infrastructure before network connectivity will be integrated into the classroom. Networks must be reliable and quick; and, if they do not function, as expected and technical support is not readily available, then educators will not use them. Schools face challenges to the integration of broadband in teaching and learning in the areas of access, skills, policy, and motivation. Last mile support is essential and all stakeholders must work together to address the main issues facing the improvement of broadband in schools. A solution to these situations is on-site support to streamline and enable effective use of broadband-enabled technology. For most schools, the school librarian, in their roles as school leaders, can expertly direct this "last mile" implementation by providing the technology coordination, support, and leadership necessary to address access issues from desktop to district.
Educational Opportunities, Internet, Access to Information, Computer Networks, Technology Uses in Education, Teacher Effectiveness, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Teaching Methods, Reliability, Technical Support, Systems Approach, Educational Practices, Computer System Design, Library Role
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FSU_migr_slis_faculty_publications-0010
Language
English
Everhart, N., Mardis, M. A., Johnston, M., & Smith, D. (2009). From District to Desktop: Making the Most of Broadband in Florida Schools. Retrieved from http://purl.flvc.org/fsu/fd/FSU_migr_slis_faculty_publications-0010