Foundations of Digital Inclusion
NTEN courses run for one week and are offered twice a year.
Course Overview
Context
Learn about the digital divide in the United States and its impacts on individuals in different communities.
Terminology & Data
Learn the key concepts, terminology, and data sources when researching or planning digital inclusion programs.
Programs & Practices
Learn how digital inclusion practitioners create and manage programs that address different aspects of the digital divide.
Description
As our society becomes increasingly dependent on the digital economy, understanding the barriers to accessing digital resources is critical for nonprofits, education institutions, and governments. This course examines the core questions of digital inclusion, explores academic and data resources, and discusses real-world programs.
Presenters
Daniel Lucio
Government and Community Affairs ManagerGoogle Fiber
Daniel Lucio is the Government and Community Affairs Manager for Google Fiber in Austin. He was an NTEN Digital Inclusion Fellow from 2015 to 2016. At Google Fiber he creates and manages programs, investments and partnerships with nonprofits, local governments, and community stakeholders. These programs focus on providing resources to digitally distressed and underserved communities in Austin. Daniel also volunteers with a number of nonprofits that focus on social justice, homelessness and environmental conservation.
Live Event
Recording Available
Pre-Work
Knowledge Check
Live Event
Homework
Earn While You Learn - Professional Credits
In addition to our own Nonprofit Technology Professional Certificate, NTEN is an approved provider for a number of other professional credentials programs. This course qualifies for the following credits:


