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November 24, 2008 - In the Media
"Teens Busy in Internet Surfing 'Is Not a Waste of Time'"
From The Money Times
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November 24, 2008 - In the Media
"Study: Time Kids Spend Online Not Wasted After All"
From Ars Technica
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November 24, 2008 - In the Media
"Study Says Wasting Time Online Is Actually Good For Kids"
From The Escapis
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November 21, 2008 - Press release
New MacArthur Research Network to Examine Impact of Aging Society
MacArthur is creating a new inter-disciplinary research network to help America prepare for the challenges and opportunities posed by our aging society. Read More
November 20, 2008 - Publication
Study Shows Time Spent Online Important for Teen Development
The MacArthur-supported study shows that America’s youth are developing important social and technical skills online, often in ways adults do not understand or value. Read More
November 18, 2008 - Commentary
MacArthur's Jonathan Fanton on Foundation Giving in a Tough Economy
In a Letter to the Editors of the New York Times, MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton argues that foundations should maintain, and even increase, their giving in difficult economic times. Read More
November 17, 2008 - Press release
MacArthur's Grantmaking in Difficult Economic Times
Jonathan F. Fanton remarks on MacArthur's commitment to remaining a long-term, steadfast funder even in difficult economic times. Read More
November 10, 2008 - From the field
Code Outlines Five Principles of Fair Use for Teachers & Students
Thanks to a coordinated effort by the media literacy community, supported by experts at American University and grantee Temple University, teachers and students have a guide that simplifies the legalities of using copyrighted materials in an ... Read More
November 7, 2008 - From the field
New Web Search Experience Based on Librarian Expertise
Researchers and developers from OCLC, the information schools of Syracuse University, and the University of Washington announced their participation in a new international effort to explore the creation of a more credible Web search. Read More
November 6, 2008 - Publication
Supportive Housing Does Not Hurt Home Values, According to Study
A new study by New York University’s Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy finds that supportive housing does not depress property values in surrounding neighborhoods. Read More
November 1, 2008 - Publication
Living and Learning with New Media: Summary of Findings from the Digital Youth Project
This white paper summarizes the results of a three-year ethnographic study, funded by the MacArthur Foundation, examining young people’s participation in the new media ecology. It represents a condensed version of a longer treatment of ... Read More
October 28, 2008 - From the field
Child Tax Credit Extended to More Low-Income Families
As part of the recently enacted economic rescue legislation, Congress approved a measure that will allow more low-income families to qualify for the Child Tax Credit in 2008 and provide more financial support for eligible families ... Read More
October 20, 2008 - Speech
Remarks by Jonathan Fanton Announcing the MacArthur Award for International Justice
At a colloqium at American University, MacArthur' President Jonathan Fanton announces the second winner of the award, United Nations Special Prosecutor Richard Goldstone. Read More
October 15, 2008 - Press release
MacArthur Commits $68 Million to Foreclosure Prevention and Mitigation in Chicago
To help combat the growing lending crisis and the rise of foreclosures in Chicago, MacArthur is investing $68 million in grants and low-interest loans in foreclosure prevention and mitigation efforts in local neighborhoods. Read More
October 15, 2008 - Speech
Remarks by Jonathan Fanton at the Announcement of the Foreclosure Prevention & Mitigation Project
MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton details the Foundation's commitment of at least $68 million dollars to keep homeowners in homes, assist renters displaced by foreclosure, and help the City of Chicago return foreclosed homes to the ... Read More
