Using Technology to Enhance Learning for Students from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds

Abstract

The use of technology continues to be an integral component of the current and future general and special educational landscapes. This was only made more evident during the COVID-19 pandemic and move to remote learning that was required by many school systems. The use of educational technology for culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) students is an important way to address their special needs and improve their educational outcomes. Many of these students benefit from increased learning opportunities that are provided with computer-based technology; however, there are important considerations that must be addressed when using technology with these students. This chapter discusses the use of educational technology for CLD students to address their unique needs through culturally relevant pedagogy and teaching strategies.

Citation

Gibson, L., Obiakor, F.E. and Obi, S.O. (2023), "Using Technology to Enhance Learning for Students from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds", Bakken, J.P. and Obiakor, F.E. (Ed.) Using Technology to Enhance Special Education (Advances in Special Education, Vol. 37), Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 199-214. https://doi.org/10.1108/S0270-401320230000037012