What is TASCHA and the U.S. IMPACT Study? An introduction to our research and people
for UW students
TOMORROW — October
2, 2013, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm
Roosevelt Commons Building (4311 – 11th Ave NE), 4th floor, Multi-Purpose Room
Roosevelt Commons Building (4311 – 11th Ave NE), 4th floor, Multi-Purpose Room
Can’t make it person? Join us online via Adobe Connect via
https://ischool.adobeconnect.com/tascha/
Are
you a UW student interested in the effects of technology on economic
and social development? Do you wonder if mobile phones will replace PCs?
Curious about open data and open research?
Passionate about access to technology, communication, and information
resources? Well, we have a great event for you! Come learn about the
Technology & Social Change Group (TASCHA) and the
U.S. IMPACT Study
on October 2, 2013! At this event, we will introduce TASCHA and the
U.S. IMPACT Study, two research groups focused on issues like digital
inclusion, impact &
evaluation, and access to information, communication, and technology
resources.
While especially targeted to UW students new to the university community, both TASCHA and the U.S. IMPACT Study are always coming up with new interests and projects so students who know us already are encouraged to come as well. We’ll cover the fields we operate in, our missions, research projects, and other activities. You’ll meet the fabulous researchers, program staff, and students who work at TASCHA and the U.S. IMPACT Study. For those interested, we’ll also discuss how UW students can get involved with our research. There’ll be plenty of time for questions and discussion, and of course, yummy refreshments!
We hope to see you there!
About TASCHA
The Technology & Social Change Group (TASCHA) at the University of
Washington Information School explores the design, use, and effects of
information and communication technologies in communities facing social
and economic challenges. With experience in 50
countries, TASCHA brings together a multidisciplinary network of social
scientists, engineers, and development practitioners to conduct
research, advance knowledge, create public resources, and improve policy
and program design. Our purpose? To spark innovation
and opportunities for those who need it most.
About U.S. IMPACT Study
The University of Washington U.S. IMPACT
Study team is investigating the use and users of public access computing
centers through a series of studies designed to gather and disseminate
information on the impacts these centers
have on the individuals, families and communities taking advantage of
their services.
