Technology & Social Change Group

The Technology & Social Change Group at the University of Washington Information School explores the design, use, and effects of information and communication technologies in communities facing social and economic challenges. Learn more about TASCHA »

New report explores how access to information contributes to development

Can access to information create more socially and economically inclusive societies? Our new report shows how access to information can contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Access to information can transform lives. However, the access must be meaningful. Learn more »

New report on MOOCs in developing countries reveals surprising findings

Online courses have the potential to expand quality education and career training worldwide, but few people in developing countries access them. How can online education, like MOOCs, best help young adults across the developing world grow successful careers? Learn more »

Mobile Information Literacy Curriculum Released

Mobile information literacy is vital for those who have leapfrogged from traditional media to digital devices that provide instant access to information. What are the relevant skills, concepts, and attitudes for people using mobile devices, not PCs, to access the internet? Learn more »

Evaluating regional libraries in Namibia

Namibia recently launched new regional libraries that aim to spearhead national improvements in reading, learning, and information access. What influences the success of these libraries and how they respond to various community needs? Learn more »

Public access ICTs matter: New tools for action

TASCHA has created multiple resources and tools to make the data and findings more accessible and easier to use for research, advocacy, and demonstrating the impact of public access ICTs. Infographics, slidedecks, a data visualization tool, an eBook, and more. Learn more »