INFO 2001

Digital Society

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Digital technologies (Facebook, Twitter, mobile phones) have become normalized and are an integral part of many people’s everyday lives. This course introduces the societal dimensions of today's information-rich environment. Society is being transformed, with information and information technology at the center, such as artificial intelligence and blockchain. Students will investigate various platforms and the social implications these have on the free-flow of information, privacy and ethical aspects of knowledge production.

Sections

Lecture

From the syllabus

From the Winter 2023 syllabus by James Boxall. Winter 2027 is taught by Music J., so details may differ. Open the PDF

Grading

5%Self-testDue January 16
15%Fundamentals of InfoTech testDue January 25
30%Reflections (2)15% each; due February 15 and April 9
20%Advancements in Digital Society testDue April 3
20%Discussion posts (4)Four different topics
10%Participation/engagementWeekly

Course rules

Late work
Late papers lose 5 points per day and are not accepted after five days.
Tests
Tests remain open for 48 hours; contact the instructor at least 48 hours ahead to arrange an alternate time.
Alternate tests
If a student misses an alternate test, the next scheduled attempt has a maximum value of 50%.
Power and internet
Extensions are provided without penalty for Brightspace access problems or power outages.
Time zones
Deadlines use Halifax local time unless students outside that time zone contact the instructor for accommodation.
Reflections
Each reflection must be 1,500–2,000 words and include at least four references beyond assigned readings.

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