Have each group of students continue their research on the divide they were originally studying. After discussing solutions to previous divides and if they were successful or not, ask the groups in your class to develop and implement a plan for solving the Digital Divide. Depending on the time allocated for the lesson, students could work to implement their plan and publish their idea and the results on the Web, or in a presentation for the school. As each group completes their plan for solving the Digital Divide, they should also consider how they can share the information with others. The Internet offers a variety of ways for students to get their message out.
Many school districts offer ways for students to publish their work on the Internet.
A Digital Divide Web site published by your class can serve as a starting point for other class discussions on civics or history. Most local officials will have e-mail addresses to which your students can send questions for comment. Urge your students to present their ideas to their Senators, Congressmen, and local education officials. If students decide to publish a project on the Web, be sure to talk about updating the Web site and keeping the information up to date. Students will be able to watch an issue grow and develop.