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

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Keywords

public interest technology, PIT, community technology, technology community, summer program, curriculum, equity, Educational Opportunities , MSI , HSI , MSI , Hispanic Serving Institution

Project

Authors

Imberman, Susan

Date Submitted

2020-12

Material Type

Hybrid/Blended Course

Secondary Material Type

Institution

City University of New York

Industry Partner

License

CC BY-NC-SA

Funding Source

Network Challenge Grant TAACCCT Round 1

Additional Public Access

https://oercommons.org/groups/public-interest-technology/4764/

Abstract

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.

Industry (NAISC)

Public Interest Technology -- MSI -- HSI

Occupation (SOC)

Educational Instruction and Library Occupation -- Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1021)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Social Sciences (45)

Credit Type

Credential Type

Bachelors Degree

Educational Level

2nd Year Community College or equivalent
Upper division of Bachelors degree or equivalent

Skill Level

Entry Level

Quality Assurance Organization