Closing the Gap

Three experts on equity and technology offer research, evidence-based strategies, and examples of best practices to move toward digital equity in teacher education programs and beyond.

Closing the Gap is an ISTE book series designed to reflect the contributions of multiple stakeholders seeking to ensure that digital equity is achieved on campuses, in classrooms, and throughout education. In this series, authors Nicol R. Howard, Sarah Thomas, and Regina Schaffer offer historical and philosophical insights while exploring challenges and solutions unique to teacher preparation programs, pre-service and in-service teachers, and instructional coaches.

The first title in the Closing the Gap series, this book includes:Discussion of historical placement of “digital equity” content in teacher education programsResearch- and evidence-based vignettes from teacher educators, higher education deans, and department coordinators demonstrating best practicesExamples of ISTE Standards in actionPractical tips for preparing future teachers to navigate the processPositive applications of digital equityA hypothesis for the future direction of digital equity in teacher education


This book will inform teacher education programs and future research, providing positive examples and recommendations for educational technology leaders and educators on moving toward digital equity in K12 and teacher education.

Audience: teacher educators