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Here at the Center for Future Civic Media, we try to be careful not to be technological determinists when brainstorming ideas for new technologies that can foster civic engagement. Most students remain wary of thinking that a well-designed device will promote participation, no matter what. Instead, our discussions emphasize the […]

For the past few weeks, students involved with C4FCM have been hopping between meetings, brainstorming ideas for new technologies and applications for existing technologies that can promote civic engagement and community building. A laundry list of desirable traits for new technologies with civic potential is emerging. New technologies deployed within […]