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January 17, 2013 - Publication
Mapping the Use of Internet Surveillance and Censorship Technology
Citizen Lab, an Internet research group based at the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs, has released a report documenting the use of American-made Internet surveillance and censorship technology by more than a ... Read More
January 15, 2013 - In the Media
"Connected Learning: An Agenda for Social Change"
From The Huffington Post
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December 13, 2012 - From the field
Studying the Impact of New Technology on Democratic Institutions
Opening Government, a MacArthur supported research initiative, seeks to study the impact of technology on democratic institutions in the United States and globally. Read More
December 12, 2012 - In the Media
"Mayor Emanuel Touts Expansion of Chicago’s Open Data Effort, and This is Why You Should Care"
From WBEZ Chicago
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December 6, 2012 - From the field
Expanding Technology at Nigerian Universities
A new data center at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, the first of its kind in Nigeria, will enable the University to provide multimedia services, mobile projection systems, video streaming, and VoIP. Read More
December 5, 2012 - In the Media
"'Mapping' Assesses Never Before Seen Parts of Amazon Rainforest"
From CCTV News on YouTube
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November 29, 2012 - Press release
34 Chicago Groups Form Hive Network to Engage Kids in Innovative Learning; New Funding Supports Expansion
This creative collaboration is set to expand as a result of $2.2 million in new support announced today by MacArthur in partnership with the Burberry Foundation. Read More
November 26, 2012 - Info sheet
Grantmaking in Chicago
The Foundation seeks and seizes opportunities to work locally as an expression of its civic commitment to its home, and because being rooted in Chicago yields a deeper understanding of issues faced by urban areas and ... Read More
November 25, 2012 - In the Media
"In This Minecraft Classroom Digital Citizenship 101 Is The Topic Of Play"
From Fast Company
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November 15, 2012 - Publication
Gaps in Perception about Teens’ Online Behavior
Research released by the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) explores the online generation gap between parents and teens and reveals a number of disparities in their views about online safety. Read More
November 7, 2012 - From the field
New Grants Support Innovative Learning Labs at Libraries and Museums
The 12 winners – five museums and seven libraries – will receive a total of $1.2 million to plan and design the labs, where teens will use both digital and traditional media that promote creativity, critical thinking ... Read More
November 2, 2012 - In the Media
"Funders Set New Round of Support for STEM Teachers"
From Education Week
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