Description
This longitudinal study examines how digital media influences civic commitments, capacities and activities in late adolescence. We surveyed students in 2006 and 2007, and will conduct a final survey in 2009. The goal is to examine how use of digital media for communication, information seeking, political/civic discussion and organization, and playing games affects young people's civic development, capacities, and activities.

For first year findings see: Digital Media Year 1 and Report Appendices.

Funding
Funded by The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation

Related Links
MacArthur Foundation Digital Media Ethnographic Study
MacArthur Foundation Digital Media