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Chris Rothschild

Senior Research Scientist

chriskr@uw.edu

Bloedel Hall 089-A

Phone: 206-685-1708

Specializations

ICT and Development
Data for Decision-making

Research Areas

Biography

Chris Rothschild is a Senior Research Scientist at the Technology & Social Change Group. Using a broad definition of ICTs, Chris’ work focuses on community information systems and the impacts (and limits) of ICTs on social and economic development. Of particular interest are local and indigenous knowledge systems and how varying approaches to and definitions of data can be incorporated into community and large-scale decision-making. Chris has used participatory practices and qualitative and quantitative methods to conduct research in over 20 countries. His current work includes data for decision-making in Myanmar and the impact of libraries on Namibian communities. In addition to his research on information systems, Chris teaches study abroad courses in Tahiti and Ghana on traditional knowledge systems, oral traditions, and field research methods. Chris holds a Master of Public Administration and a Masters of Arts in International Studies, both from the University of Washington.

Education

MPA, Public Affairs, Univeristy of Washington, 2008
MA, International Studies, Univeristy of Washington, 2008
BS, Global Environmental Science, University of Hawaii, 2003

Publications and Contributions

Conference Paper

Mobile Information Literacy: Building Digital and Information Literacy Skills for Mobile-first and Mobile-centric Populations through Public Libraries (2017)
2nd AfLIA Conference & 4th Africa Library Summit Authors: Melody Clark, Christopher Coward, Chris Rothschild
Journal Article, Academic Journal

There when you need it: The multiple dimensions of public access ICT uses and impacts [ICTD2013 Special Issue] (2015)
Information Technology & International Development, Volume 11, Issue 1, Page 71-86 Authors: Araba Sey, F Bar, Christopher Coward, Lucas Koepke, Chris Rothschild, G Sciadas
Research Report

Connecting people for development: Why public access ICTs matter (2013)
, Page 242 pages Authors: Araba Sey, Christopher Coward, George Sciadas, Chris Rothschild, Francois Bar , Lucas Koepke
Working Paper

Global Impact Study surveys: Methodologies and implementation (2013)
Authors: Araba Sey, Christopher Coward, Chris Rothschild, George Sciadas
Report

Public libraries connecting people for development: Findings from the Global Impact Study (2013)
Authors: Araba Sey, Christopher Coward, Chris Rothschild, Melody Clark, Lucas Koepke
Conference Paper

The impact of public access to ICTs: Findings from a five-year, eight-country study (2013)
Proceedings fo the Sixth International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies and Development Authors: Francois Bar, Christopher Coward, Lucas Koepke, Chris Rothschild, Araba Sey, George Sciadas
Conference Poster

Open data and open tools: The Global Impact Study inventory and web application (2010)
76th Annual IFLA Conference Authors: Chris Rothschild, Araba Sey, A Tulinsky
Research Report

Technology for employability in Washington State: The role of ICT training on the employment, compensation & aspirations of low?skilled, older, and unemployed workers (2009)
Authors: Maria Garrido, Chris Rothschild, B T Oumar

Presentations

Public Libraries as Learning Spaces to Promote Data Literacy for Civic Participation Among Women (2019)
NEXT Library - Aarhus, Denmark
Push, Pull, Spill: Election Data and Citizen Engagement in a Global Context (2017)
Global Election Technology Summit - San Francisco, CA
The Impact of Public Access to ICTs: Findings from a Five-Year, Eight-Country Study (2013)
ICTD 2013 Conference - Cape Town, South Africa
Want open research? Deep dive into the Global Impact Study (2012)
ICTD 2012 - Atlanta, GA
Want open research? Deep dive into the Global Impact Study surveys (2012)
ICTD 2012 - Atlanta, GA