Technologies are not neutral and neither are the societies into which they are introduced. As technology continues encroaching in our lives, how can we advance technology education for just futures?

The Civics of Technology Project shares research and curriculum and offers professional development that encourages teachers and students to critically inquire into the effects of technology on our individual and collective lives.

 

Technologies are not neutral.

This first assumption of our project is that technologies are not neutral tools, but embedded with biases. Technologies create new environments that have unintended, ecological, and disproportionate effects.

Societies are not neutral.

The second assumption of our project is that societies into which technologies are introduced are not neutral. Technologies often reinforce or amplify existing systems of oppression.

 

Listen to our recent discussion on the Visions of Education podcast!

Please visit our Events page for a range of synchronous, online experiences such as books clubs, monthly tech talks, and more. We will hold our 3rd annual online conference on August 1st and 2nd, 2024.

You can find former conference sessions there too!

 

How can I get more involved?

The educators and researchers in the Civics of Technology Project seek partners to pilot or develop curriculum, conduct research, or pursue other initiatives. Please use our contact page if you are interested in being more involved.