Module #1 Introduction to Digital Ethics Overview of the importance of digital ethics, its scope, and relevance in todays digital landscape.
Module #2 History of Digital Ethics Exploring the historical context and evolution of digital ethics, from early computer ethics to modern-day concerns.
Module #3 Digital Ethics Frameworks Examining different frameworks and approaches to digital ethics, including utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics.
Module #4 Privacy and Surveillance Discussing the ethics of privacy, surveillance, and data collection in the digital age.
Module #5 Personal Data and Ownership Investigating the concept of personal data ownership, data commodification, and the ethics of data usage.
Module #6 AI and Autonomous Systems Ethical considerations of artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and their impact on society.
Module #7 Bias and Fairness in AI Examining the risks of bias and unfairness in AI systems and strategies for mitigation.
Module #8 Cybersecurity Ethics Exploring the ethics of cybersecurity, including the role of white-hat hackers and the ethics of cyberattacks.
Module #9 Digital Divide and Inclusion Discussing the digital divide, digital inclusion, and the ethics of access to technology and the internet.
Module #10 Free Speech and Online Governance Investigating the ethics of free speech, online governance, and the role of platforms in regulating content.
Module #11 Digital Labor and Exploitation Examining the ethics of digital labor, exploitation, and the rights of workers in the gig economy.
Module #12 Environmental Impact of Technology Discussing the environmental impact of technology, e-waste, and the ethics of sustainable computing.
Module #13 Digital Identity and Reputation Investigating the ethics of digital identity, online reputation, and the right to be forgotten.
Module #14 Virtual Reality and Ethical Considerations Exploring the ethical implications of virtual reality, including issues of consent, privacy, and manipulation.
Module #15 Digital Ethics in Education Discussing the role of digital ethics in education, including the ethics of EdTech and online learning platforms.
Module #16 Regulation and Policy Investigating the role of regulation and policy in shaping digital ethics, including GDPR, CCPA, and other frameworks.
Module #17 Case Studies in Digital Ethics Examining real-world case studies in digital ethics, including Facebook, Cambridge Analytica, and other high-profile examples.
Module #18 Professional Ethics for Digital Practitioners Developing professional ethics for digital practitioners, including codes of conduct and ethical decision-making frameworks.
Module #19 Ethics of Emerging Technologies Exploring the ethics of emerging technologies, including blockchain, 5G, and the Internet of Things (IoT)
Module #20 Global Perspectives on Digital Ethics Examining global perspectives on digital ethics, including cultural and regional differences in digital values and norms.
Module #21 Digital Activism and Social Change Discussing the role of digital activism in driving social change, including online protests, hashtag campaigns, and digital advocacy.
Module #22 Ethics of Digital Consumption Investigating the ethics of digital consumption, including issues of addiction, attention economy, and digital wellness.
Module #23 Mental Health and Technology Examining the impact of technology on mental health, including issues of social media, screen time, and digital detox.
Module #24 Digital Inequality and Social Justice Discussing the relationship between digital inequality and social justice, including issues of access, affordability, and digital exclusion.
Module #25 Cyberfeminism and Digital Patriarchy Examining the intersection of gender, technology, and power, including issues of cyberfeminism and digital patriarchy.
Module #26 Disinformation and Digital Literacy Investigating the ethics of disinformation, misinformation, and the importance of digital literacy in the digital age.
Module #27 Global Cooperation and Digital Governance Discussing the need for global cooperation and digital governance in addressing digital ethics challenges.
Module #28 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Digital Ethics career
