An Evaluation of the Computers in Homes (CiH)

Computers in Homes Porirua (CiH) operate in conjunction with the National Computers in Homes project and under E-Learning Porirua Trust. It offers one of the projects funded by the 2020 Communications Trust with the aim to provide leadership in ICT and deliver programmes that address issues of digital literacy, skills and inclusion in ICT. The CiH programme provides recycled computers and six months free Internet access to families who are socially and economically disadvantaged. They are also provided with a 10-week training course which is operated in schools and community centers. This research aims to evaluate the impact of the CiH programme in Porirua using semi-structured interviews with graduates and their families. These interviews will be undertaken after the end of the six month free Internet access period, which is provided to CiH students and their households upon graduation. This poster is the preliminary publication for this research before the commencement of data collection phase. The aim of this poster is to help initiate dialog and discussions with others in the research community