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Course Description
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Course Name
Ethics of Digital Technologies
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Host University
Florence University of the Arts - The American University of Florence
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Location
Florence, Italy
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Area of Study
Ethics, Media Studies
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
This course is open to students of Junior or Senior Standing.
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Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits0
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
The course focuses on the ethical implications that emerged with the rise of digital technologies. The latter have deeply impacted human social dynamics, generating new types of flows of information and communication. Meanwhile, data about us are increasingly present in the digital sphere. This has raised concerns about privacy, transparency, and social justice at large. The continuous interactions with and through digital technologies fuel the need to understand the moral and philosophical repercussions of being digital selves. The course explores various ramifications of ethical concerns in the digital era, incorporating real-life case studies so as to stimulate students' capacity to develop an ethical standpoint within the sector of IT and AI.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Availability of courses is based on enrollment numbers. All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of last minute class cancellations