For the People, By the People: The role of computer-human interaction in facilitating environmental awareness and activism

August 4, 2004

De Ridder, an environmental steward and technical communications specialist, considers computer-based technology a suitable medium for facilitating discussion of community-scale issues. She describes how contemporary theories of awareness, activism, and adult education can inform the design of a web-based information center through which community members can direct their involvement to improve water quality in their neighborhood.