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References (continued) Selwyn, N. (2011). Digitally distanced learning: A study of international distance learners’ (non)use of technology. Distance Education, 32 (1), 85–99. doi: / U.S. Department of Education. (n.d.) Vatterott College-Memphis. Retrieved from 6d d d352f362f a32353a d van Dijk, J. (2006). Digital divide research, achievements, and shortcomings. Poetics, 34, 221–235. doi: /j.poetic Vatterott Career College-Memphis Dividend Drive. (n.d.) In Edu Mojo. Retrieved from 5+Dividend+Drive,+Memphis,+Tennessee+38132__TN__ Vaughan, N. (2007). Perspectives on Blended Learning in Higher Education. International Journal On E-Learning, 6 (1), Lana Sumpter, Northcentral University