It is the divide between affluent and poor, minority and non-minority, between suburbs and cities. The answer is access . Access to the communications tools that are key to participating in the information economy. At the beginning of this century, access to modern telecommunications technology meant a phone in every town. As we reach the end of the century, access means making sure our classrooms and communities have the communications tools to prepare them for the future.
Communications unlocks opportunities.
And the opportunity to build a better community. For too many Americans these opportunities are in danger. The percentage of white children with home computers is triple the percentage of black and Latino kids. Because teaching with technology and technological literacy is no longer a luxury. It is fundamental.