CUNY Building Public Interest Technologists Through Pre-college Support Networks and Community-based Service Learning Opportunities

Producing public interest technologists requires pre-college support networks, academic paths toward skill-building and a focus on social justice. This project partners with secondary educators, and community and industry leaders to design a rigorous new academic program for a pool of diverse talent.
Date:
2020-12
Primary Material Type:
Hybrid/Blended Course
Institution:
City University of New York
Funding Source:
Network Challenge Grant TAACCCT Round 1
Subjects:
MSI, HSI, public interest technology, PIT, community technology, technology community, summer program, curriculum, equity, MSI, Hispanic Serving Institution

Industry / Occupation

Industry Sector:
Public Interest Technology -- MSI -- HSI
Occupation:
Educational Instruction and Library Occupation -- Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1021)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Social Sciences (45)
Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Bachelors Degree
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 2nd Year Community College or equivalent
  • Upper division of Bachelors degree or equivalent
Time Required:
academic year
Language:
English (United States)
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:
  • Participation as an ongoing member of team developing the instructional materials
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:
  • None

Copyright / Licensing