Paper Topic Proposal: due November 12th
Describe one smart city policy recommendation that you as an individual along wish to examine and produce maps about that would be beneficial to the City of Portland and its residents in terms of sustaining or extending the common good. Be sure to address the following questions:
- Given the present policies in Portland related to your topic, why is this solution of value?
- What issues does your recommendation aim to confront?
- How does this recommendation benefit the common good?
- To what level does technology play a role in your recommendation for Portland as a “smart city”? Given our insights into the very broad definitions of a smart city, it is fair to use a definition that best fits you, but the role of technology must be considered.
Do reflect on the limited resources of the city and the varying interests of the city and its people, as you experienced them in your research. Mention at least two readings from class and the concepts within them that you will draw upon for your paper, as well as evidence from your research.
The topic proposal should be:
- Rigorous and well thought out, drawing on the writing and research you have done to date
- Reference evidence from your ethnography, mental maps, and/or transect walk to support your arguments
- One to two pages, double-spaced in Times New Roman font with 1” margins.
- Include citations for the resources from class