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MIT21F.034F05
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This instance of "Media, Education, and the Marketplace" focuses on the rise of information and communications technologies (ICTs) during the age of globalization, specifically examining its effect and potential in developing nations across the world. In particular, the class will focus on the following three components: "Media" – ICTs, specifically the dramatic rise in use of the Internet over the past twenty years, have "globalized" the world and created opportunities where very few have been available in the past. We are entering a phase where an individual can significantly improve his or her own economical, political, and social circumstances with just a computer and Internet connection. This course investigate these profound developments through current research and case studies. "Education" – With projects such as MIT's OpenCourseWare, the major players in the world are beginning to understand the true power of ICTs in development. Throughout this class, we examine projects that harness the benefits of ICTs to create positive social change around the world. "Marketplace" – The focus is on the developing regions of the world. Specifically, the term "digital…
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MIT OpenCourseWare
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information;communication;technologies;ICT;globalization;development;nations;Internet;world;flat;OpenCourseWare;case;study;digital;divide;bridge;WSIS;proposal;AITI;entrepreneurship;healthcare;democracy
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