Bridging The Digital Divide: A Comprehensive Analysis Of ICT Infrastructure In Rural Schools Of Jharkhand, India

Abstract

The paper presents an extensive study of Information & Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure within rural schools in the state of Jharkhand, India. It aims to explore the status of ICT resources availability, adequacy and utilization in a cross-section of rural educational institutions in Rajasthan. By using a mixed-data approach, including surveys, interviews and direct observations, the study provides valuable information on where ICT in education currently stands within this region. The findings reveal a sizable gap in access to and use of ICTs ultimately reiterating the need for specific interventions if we are looking at bridging this digital divide within the framework of elementary education in rural India. The study adds to the growing body of ICT in education literature within developing countries and offers practical policy and practice directions.