Unit 9: Ethics in the Digital Age of Language Teaching

3. Digital Divide and Access Issues: Ethical Implications

Not all students have equal access to devices, reliable internet, or digital literacy skills. Ethical teaching must consider:
·       Equity: Ensuring no student is disadvantaged by a digital-first approach.
·       Inclusivity: Providing alternatives (offline tasks, mobile-friendly content).
·       Advocacy: Highlighting access issues at institutional levels to seek solutions.
🔍 Case in point: A teacher who assigns online-only homework in a region with poor connectivity risks marginalizing low-access students.

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