In EDUsummIT 2025, TWG 3 explored the design and implementation of technology-enabled, learner-centered approaches for marginalized populations. This focus took forward outcomes, discussions and recommendations from previous EDUsummIT meetings, which focused on influences affecting digitally excluded populations (Passey, Ntebutse, Ahmad, Cochrane, Collin, Ganayem, Langran, Mulla, Rodrigo, Saito, Shonfeld, & Somasi, 2024) and empowering equity through digital agency (Passey, Shonfeld, Appleby, Judge, Saito, & Smits, 2018).
Marginalized populations include individuals facing various forms of oppression, such as those with disabilities and people from under-represented and disadvantaged identities. During the TWG 3 discussions, outcomes emerged that included considerations for policy and practices, adaptive technology integration, and strategies for creating inclusive learning environments for the diverse needs of individuals.