October 2011 - change - Mailing Lists

[SPAM] $35 touchscreen tablet launched in India
by Rahul Banerjee 30 Apr '12

30 Apr '12

Sorry for the spam, but I couldn't resist sharing such wonderful news: http://www.seattlepi.com/business/article/India-announces-35-tablet-compute… (Actually, the government is subsidising its price (which would be closer to $50), but it's still pretty amazing that something like this exists at all) -- Rahul

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Revi Sterling from Colorado's Atlas Institute, 3:30, MGH 258
by Ed Lazowska 31 Oct '11

31 Oct '11

Program information on their ICTD program, which is terrific - Heather Underwood, CSE ugrad, is currently thriving there. Revi is terrific. 3:30, MGH 258

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Ryan Hartford @ Dimagi
by Nicola Dell 31 Oct '11

31 Oct '11

This Thursday at Change Ryan Hartford from Dimagi will be discussing the concept of custom development versus product development as an effective model for international development. We may also diverge into the topic of technology as a "force multiplier" for impact. Ryan leads the Logistics initiative at Dimagi solving low-resource low-bandwidth issues with a broad range of technology solutions. Currently Ryan oversees an essential medicines logistics system project in Tanzania and advises on additional logistics projects in Ghana and a community health centered logistics research study in Malawi. Ryan is also the Project Manager for an open-source vaccine trial support system with USAMRMC (US Army Medical Research and Materiel Command) and has been actively involved through the design and implementation of the system at multiple sites in Southeastern Asia. Ryan has deep technical experience in web and application software and an entrepreneurial passion for improving the world with technology. He has built and deployed custom software solutions for the US Government, non profits, NGOs and private industry in more than 20 countries. Please join us for sandwiches, and to discuss the concept of custom development versus product development as an effective model for international development. *What:* Ryan Hartford @ Dimagi *When:* Thursday, Nov 3rd at noon *Where:* Paul Allen Center, Room 203

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phone as diagnostic device
by Gaetano Borriello 30 Oct '11

30 Oct '11

http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/health/med-tech/dr-smartphone-5-way…

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TASCHA Talk -- November 3 -- Report on Open Cambodia 2011
by Karen Hirst 28 Oct '11

28 Oct '11

TASCHA TALK: Joe Sullivan November 3, 2011, from 3:45 to 4:45 pm Roosevelt Commons Building Fourth floor multi-purpose room In September 2011, members of TASCHA, Mozilla, Aspiration Technology, and the East West Management Institute convened “Open Cambodia 2011″- an un-conference to mobilize makers/doers in Cambodia. The event brought together more than 100 open-source technologists, human rights activists, and civil society representatives to share their work and experiences. This TASCHA talk will report on projects and issues that were featured at the conference and the latest development in nonprofits, libraries, and development in Cambodia. About the presenter Joe’s research interests include visual communication, evidence, design thinking, and evaluation, especially in community technology settings. He has explored themes of employability, youth, social development, philanthropy, organizational development, and design. Joe is completing a Masters degree in Human Centered Design and Engineering<http://hcde.uw.edu/> and holds a Masters of Public Administration<http://evans.washington.edu/> degree from the University of Washington. TASCHA Talks are bi-weekly sessions to share, discuss, and advance new ideas around topics related to technology and social change. Learn more at tascha.uw.edu/taschatalks<http://tascha.uw.edu/2011/10/taschatalks>.

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TASCHA Talk -- TOMORROW -- Development and implementation of the Global Impact Study surveys
by Karen Hirst 26 Oct '11

26 Oct '11

TASCHA TALK: Araba Sey and Chris Rothschild October 27, 2011, from 3:45 to 4:45 pm Roosevelt Commons Building, 4311 11th Ave NE Fourth floor multi-purpose room The Global Impact Study surveys were designed to collect comparable data on uses and outcomes of public access ICT use in five countries on three continents. This TASCHA Talk will reflect on a range of research design and project management issues encountered during various stages of the survey project. About the presenters Araba is the research lead for TASCHA's Global Impact Study. She is interested in the social and economic implications of information and communication technologies in developing countries. Araba holds a PhD in Communication. Chris is a Research Analyst working on the Global Impact Study. His research focus is on the impact of information access users and non-users of technology venues. Chris holds Master's degrees in Public Administration and International Studies. TASCHA Talks are bi-weekly sessions to share, discuss, and advance new ideas around topics related to technology and social change. Learn more at tascha.uw.edu/taschatalks<http://tascha.uw.edu/what-we-do/tascha-talks/>.

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Fwd: [ICTD2012] 2nd Call for Demo Proposals
by Yaw Anokwa 25 Oct '11

25 Oct '11

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: ICTD 2012 Demos <demos(a)ictd2012.org> Date: Tue, Oct 25, 2011 at 09:06 Subject: [ICTD2012] 2nd Call for Demo Proposals To: ictd-announce(a)lists.ictd2012.org International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies and Development (ICTD 2012) The submission deadline (November 7th) for Demo Proposals is fast approaching!! We welcome submissions of demonstrations for ICTD 2012, hosted at the Georgia Institute of Technology. The ICTD 2012 demo session will provide researchers and practitioners with an international audience at a spectacular venue for showcasing demonstrations of their work. A demonstration may span novel hardware or software systems, video footage, or physical artifacts. Research projects, commercial tools, or government initiatives may all be demonstrated. Engaging, interactive demos that demonstrate real world impact are encouraged. At least one author of each accepted demo must register for the conference and attend to present the demo. Authors of accepted papers and posters are invited to also propose demonstrations of their work. Important Dates November 7th, 2011 Demo abstracts due November 21st, 2011 Demo acceptance notifications January 16, 2012 Camera-ready abstracts March 12-15, 2012 Conference dates Submission Instructions Demo participants must submit a 1-page abstract (through the online submission form) that describes the context, novelty, and significance of the demonstration, including a precise description of exactly what is to be demonstrated (hardware, software, etc.) along with the demonstrator’s technical requirements (power, internet, setup, space, etc.). Each submission should include a title; the names, affiliations, and contact emails for all authors; as well as a brief abstract (~100 words). Acceptance notifications will be emailed on November 21st, 2011. To submit to the demo session, please complete the submission form found at http://www.ictd2012.org/demos. _______________________________________________ This is the ICTD2012 announcements mailing list at ictd-announce(a)lists.ictd2012.org To unsubscribe go to https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/ictd-announce or send email to ictd-announce-leave(a)lists.ictd2012.org Visit us on the web at http://ictd2012.org

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UW MCDM Student and Alumni Roundtable: Digital Trends in Cameroon, Namibia, South Africa, and Ghana -- Wednesday, October 26 -- 3:00 - 4:30 in Communications 202
by Nicola Dell 25 Oct '11

25 Oct '11

For those of you interested in the role information communication technology--especially mobile phones--are playing in modern Africa, please join me, three current Master of Communication in Digital Media (MCDM) students (Pam Kahl, Joseph Pavey, and Shelby Barnes), and one MCDM alum (Alvin Singh) as they present their recent travels and work in four countries: Cameroon, Namibia, South Africa, and Ghana. When: Wednesday, October 26 Where: Communications Building Room 202 What time: 3-4:30 PM Flyer with more details is attached! Cheers, Anita Anita Verna Crofts | Associate Director and Faculty Master of Communication in Digital Media Department of Communication | Box 353740 | University of Washington | Seattle, WA 98195 206.616.9942 | avcrofts(a)uw.edu | @avcrofts

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Tablets in Education: The $35 Aakash tablet in India
by Nicola Dell 24 Oct '11

24 Oct '11

This Thursday at Change we will have a discussion hosted by Rahul Banerjee and Dylan Price on the use of tablets in Education, focusing specifically on the recent $35 Aakash tablet released in India. India recently introduced a cheap tablet computer, saying it would deliver modern technology to the countryside to help lift villagers out of poverty. The computer, called Aakash, or "sky" in Hindi, is the latest in a series of "world's cheapest" innovations in India that include a 100,000 rupee ($2,040) compact Nano car, a 750 rupee ($15) water purifier and $2,000 open-heart surgery. Developer Datawind is selling the tablets to the government for about $45 each, and subsidies will reduce that to $35 for students and teachers. In comparison, the cheapest Apple iPad tablet costs $499, while the recently announced Kindle Fire will sell for $199. Datawind says it can make about 100,000 units a month at the moment, not nearly enough to meet India's hope of getting its 220 million children online. Human Resources Development Minister Kapil Sibal called the announcement a message to all children of the world. "This is not just for us. This is for all of you who are disempowered," he said. "This is for all those who live on the fringes of society." Please join us for sandwiches, and to discuss the use potential for tablets to cause both harm and good in education! *What:* Tablets in Education: The $35 Aakash tablet in India *When:* Thursday, Oct 27th at noon *Where:* Paul Allen Center, Room 203

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USB key
by Nicola Dell 23 Oct '11

23 Oct '11

If anyone dropped a yellow and silver USB key at Change last Thursday, I have it. Thanks Nicki

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