Digital Civics for Social Innovation

(3 Credits)

This course will equip students with an understanding of how digital technologies and government open data can be used to innovate democratic participation and improve government services, and help to create equitable smart cities. Case studies presented by guest speakers including public interest technology practitioners and researchers, and officers of NYC agencies, will provide a platform to support students in identifying opportunities for digital innovation and designing systems that help to support sustainability, democracy, resilience, and inclusion. Students will put their learning into practice by prototyping civic technology solutions. This course is suitable for all students, and does not require a specialist technical background or prior design experience.