Publication
Title
Social work and the changing face of the digital divide
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Abstract
Summary In this article, the concept of digital divide and its relation to social exclusion is analysed. After describing the several facets of the digital divide, the question is asked whether the divide is widening or narrowing? The definition of digital divide is reconsidered and the article argues that access to the technology alone is but a very rudimentary indicator of actually making use of digital opportunities. This is expanded in the section on risks arising from digital exclusion. Finally, implications of this approach of the digital divide for social work and social care are considered.
Language
English
Source (journal)
British journal of social work. - London
Publication
London : 2009
ISSN
0045-3102
DOI
10.1093/BJSW/BCP022
Volume/pages
39 :4 (2009) , p. 740-753
ISI
000266691900011
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UAntwerpen
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Affiliation
Publications with a UAntwerp address
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Creation 03.03.2009
Last edited 25.05.2022
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