Digital Divide HW

%%javascript
function exploreDigitalDivide() {
  const problemType = prompt(
    "What type of digital divide problem are you trying to solve?\n" +
    "1: Access (physical availability)\n" +
    "2: Affordability\n" +
    "3: Digital literacy\n" +
    "4: Accessibility (for people with disabilities)"
  )?.trim();

  const context = prompt(
    "What is the context?\n" +
    "1: Urban area\n" +
    "2: Rural area\n" +
    "3: School/Education\n" +
    "4: Senior citizens"
  )?.trim();

  const resources = prompt(
    "What resources are available?\n" +
    "1: Limited budget\n" +
    "2: Moderate funding\n" +
    "3: Community partners\n" +
    "4: Technical expertise"
  )?.trim();

  if (!problemType || !context || !resources) {
    console.log("❌ Invalid input. Please enter a number from the list.");
    return;
  }

  console.log("\n📋 RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS:\n");

  switch (problemType) {
    case "1": // Access
      switch (context) {
        case "1":
          console.log("• Establish public WiFi networks in community spaces.");
          console.log("• Partner with local businesses to create 'connected corridors'.");
          console.log("• Implement device lending programs through libraries.");
          break;
        case "2":
          console.log("• Deploy fixed wireless solutions.");
          console.log("• Explore satellite internet subsidies.");
          console.log("• Create community hub with high-speed connection.");
          break;
      }
      break;

    case "2": // Affordability
      console.log("• Develop tiered pricing based on income.");
      console.log("• Create subsidy programs for low-income residents.");
      console.log("• Implement refurbished device distribution.");
      break;

    case "3": // Digital Literacy
      if (context === "4") {
        console.log("• Design age-appropriate training workshops.");
        console.log("• Create peer mentor programs with tech-savvy seniors.");
        console.log("• Develop simplified interface tools.");
      } else {
        console.log("• Establish regular training workshops.");
        console.log("• Create easy-to-follow tutorial materials.");
        console.log("• Implement buddy systems for ongoing support.");
      }
      break;

    case "4": // Accessibility
      console.log("• Promote accessible design standards.");
      console.log("• Provide assistive technology.");
      console.log("• Develop specialized training programs.");
      break;

    default:
      console.log("❌ Invalid selection. Please enter a number between 1 and 4.");
      return;
  }

  console.log("\n💡 IMPLEMENTATION TIPS:");
  switch (resources) {
    case "1":
      console.log("• Start with a small pilot program.");
      console.log("• Focus on highest-need populations first.");
      console.log("• Seek volunteer technical support.");
      break;
    case "3":
      console.log("• Create a multi-stakeholder working group.");
      console.log("• Divide responsibilities among partners.");
      console.log("• Leverage existing community relationships.");
      break;
  }
}

// Call the function
exploreDigitalDivide();

%%javascript
function accessibilityAnalyzer() {
    const url = prompt("Enter a website URL to analyze (simulation):", "example.com");
  
    console.log(`\n🔍 ANALYZING: ${url}`);
    console.log("Loading...");
  
    // Simulate analysis with random results
    setTimeout(() => {
      // Generate simulated results
      const simulatedResults = {
        textSize: Math.random() > 0.3,
        colorContrast: Math.random() > 0.4,
        altText: Math.random() > 0.5,
        keyboardNavigation: Math.random() > 0.4,
        loadTime: Math.floor(Math.random() * 10) + 1, // 1-10 seconds
        mobileResponsive: Math.random() > 0.3,
        dataUsage: Math.floor(Math.random() * 5) + 1 // 1-5 MB
      };
  
      // Calculate overall score (0-100)
      let score = 0;
      if (simulatedResults.textSize) score += 15;
      if (simulatedResults.colorContrast) score += 20;
      if (simulatedResults.altText) score += 15;
      if (simulatedResults.keyboardNavigation) score += 15;
      if (simulatedResults.loadTime < 5) score += 15;
      else if (simulatedResults.loadTime < 8) score += 7;
      if (simulatedResults.mobileResponsive) score += 10;
      if (simulatedResults.dataUsage < 3) score += 10;
      else if (simulatedResults.dataUsage < 5) score += 5;
  
      // Display results
      console.log("\n📊 ACCESSIBILITY ANALYSIS RESULTS");
      console.log("==================================");
  
      console.log(`Overall Score: ${score}/100 ${getScoreEmoji(score)}`);
  
      console.log("\nDetailed Results:");
      console.log(`Text Size: ${simulatedResults.textSize ? '✓' : '✗'} ${simulatedResults.textSize ? 'Appropriate' : 'Needs improvement'}`);
      console.log(`Color Contrast: ${simulatedResults.colorContrast ? '✓' : '✗'} ${simulatedResults.colorContrast ? 'Sufficient' : 'Insufficient'}`);
      console.log(`Image Alt Text: ${simulatedResults.altText ? '✓' : '✗'} ${simulatedResults.altText ? 'Present' : 'Missing'}`);
      console.log(`Keyboard Navigation: ${simulatedResults.keyboardNavigation ? '✓' : '✗'} ${simulatedResults.keyboardNavigation ? 'Supported' : 'Limited'}`);
      console.log(`Page Load Time: ${simulatedResults.loadTime}s ${simulatedResults.loadTime < 5 ? '✓' : '⚠️'}`);
      console.log(`Mobile Responsiveness: ${simulatedResults.mobileResponsive ? '✓' : '✗'} ${simulatedResults.mobileResponsive ? 'Fully responsive' : 'Not responsive'}`);
      console.log(`Data Usage: ${simulatedResults.dataUsage}MB ${simulatedResults.dataUsage < 3 ? '✓' : '⚠️'}`);
  
      console.log("\n💡 Digital Divide Impact:");
      let impactIssues = [];
  
      if (!simulatedResults.textSize) impactIssues.push("Users with vision impairments may struggle");
      if (!simulatedResults.colorContrast) impactIssues push("Users with color blindness or visual impairments face barriers");
      if (!simulatedResults.altText) impactIssues push("Screen reader users miss critical information");
      if (!simulatedResults.keyboardNavigation) impactIssues push("Users without mouse/touchpad access are excluded");
      if (simulatedResults.loadTime > 5) impactIssues push("Slow connections face long wait times");
      if (!simulatedResults.mobileResponsive) impactIssues push("Mobile-only users struggle with navigation");
      if (simulatedResults.dataUsage > 3) impactIssues push("Users with limited data plans face high costs");
  
      if (impactIssues.length === 0) {
        console.log("This site is highly accessible and helps bridge the digital divide! 🌉");
      } else {
        console.log("This site may contribute to the digital divide in these ways:");
        impactIssues.forEach(issue => console.log(`• ${issue}`));
      }
    }, 2000); // Simulate 2 second analysis
  }
  
  function getScoreEmoji(score) {
    if (score >= 90) return "🏆";
    if (score >= 75) return "🥈";
    if (score >= 60) return "🥉";
    if (score >= 40) return "⚠️";
    return "❌";
  }
  
  // Try it with: accessibilityAnalyzer();

1. Describe three dimensions of the digital divide and explain how each affects access to educational resources. Provide specific examples.

Economic Barriers: Many students from low-income families struggle with online learning because the cost of devices and internet access is simply too high. Without a personal laptop, students are left relying on public libraries with limited computer access and short hours. This creates a significant disadvantage compared to peers who can study from home at their convenience.

Infrastructure Gaps: In rural areas, internet access is often slow, unreliable, or nonexistent. Students in these areas face major challenges in participating in remote learning, as they are unable to attend virtual classes or submit assignments on time due to inconsistent connectivity. The lack of reliable infrastructure severely impacts their ability to keep up with their coursework.

Digital Literacy Deficiencies: Having a device doesn’t automatically mean a student knows how to use it effectively. Many students lack the skills needed to navigate online resources properly. Without a solid understanding of how to find credible sources or perform basic digital tasks, their work suffers, and they fall behind in an increasingly technology-driven world.

2. Compare and contrast the digital divide challenges faced in urban versus rural communities. What solutions might be effective in each context?

Urban Challenges: In cities, internet is usually around, but affordability is a whole different issue. Many low-income families just can’t afford the high prices. Making internet more affordable for students could make a huge difference.

Rural Challenges: In rural areas, it’s an entirely different. Sometimes there’s no internet at all, or the service is so bad that it’s impossible to do anything online. Students might even have to drive for miles just to find a decent connection, making remote learning an issue. Expanding broadband in these areas or providing mobile hotspots would change a lot for these students.

Targeted Solutions: To actually close this digital divide, we need to think about what’s going to work for each community. In cities, the focus needs to be on making internet more affordable. In rural areas, we need to build up the infrastructure, so students can rely on steady, fast internet. A combination of government programs, tech company support, and local efforts is what’s going to make sure every student has the tools they need to succeed in this digital world.