Education in a Digital Democracy

As we boldly move into the 21st Century, we are challenged to create thoughtful frameworks for including technology in how we work, play, and learn. This keynote presents a framework for thinking about technology in education, but more so for thinking about education in our “digital democracy.” The presentation begins by exploring the enormous changes brought on by the digital age and the associated challenges, including the emergence of what some call the “digital divide.” We’ll conclude with the presentation of a charge for education institutions in this time of transition to become key community access points for learning about and with technology; and, moreover, to promote learning  beyond technology — embracing a stronger emphasis on the Liberal Arts and other “human skills.”