Author: Sam Hafferty
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How do states define digital literacy in their digital equity plans?
Co-authored by Sam Hafferty, Mihir Kshirsagar, Eszter Hargittai, and Tithi Chattopadhyay Our survey of state digital equity plans makes abundantly clear that states view digital skills as important and necessary to modern life. With increasing digital workplace demands, shifts towards K-12 online learning environments, and the adoption of telehealth technologies in medical service administration, digital…
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Announcing a Study: Assessing The Impact of Federal Funding in Promoting Digital Equity
The Princeton Center for Information Technology (CITP) is embarking on a research study that examines how states are using Digital Equity Act funding to address digital inequity. This post outlines our research agenda and invites input from stakeholders of federally funded digital equity projects from across sectors. Historic Funding The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill of 2021…