Bridging the Digital Divide: Affordable Connectivity for Quality Education in Rural Communities
Keywords:
E-learning; Digital Divide; Satellite Broadband; Affordable Connectivity; Mobile Education; Digital Equity; Rural Education; ICT for Development.Abstract
The research seeks strategies for closing the digital gap towards improving educational access in rural
societies by examining internet connectivity methods that are less expensive. This paper investigates the use of
community Wi-Fi, satellite broadband, and mobile education services through a mixed-methods analysis of
connectivity models and educational achievement data. The analysis suggests that appropriate infrastructure and
community participation results in enhanced educational achievements. The research highlights the need for
comprehensive policies, collaborative efforts, and private investments designed to achieve measurable sustainable
results. These findings support worldwide initiatives around achieving equal education opportunities through
technology in underserved areas
