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180199 SE Introduction to Applied Ethics (2024W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 18 - Philosophie
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle
Mo 20.01. 18:30-20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 25 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Monday 14.10. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 21.10. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 28.10. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 04.11. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 11.11. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 18.11. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 25.11. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 02.12. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 09.12. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 16.12. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 13.01. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 27.01. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This course covers selected topics in the fast-developing field of technology ethics. Topics covered in this class include: Privacy and surveillance; Social media and the attention economy; Art; Design, disability, and technology. By completing this course students will gain familiarity with the field of technology ethics, including its topics, methods, and emerging trends.

Assessment and permitted materials

This course is a seminar with continuous assessment (there is no final examination).

Attendance in seminar is required, please consult the syllabus for exceptions.

Enrolled students must complete the following assignments to complete the course:

I. Final project: A final project on one topic of the class, chosen by the student in conjunction with the instructor. The format of this final project is up to the student, e.g. it may be a piece of creative writing, academic research, or a visual project (e.g. film, data visuals, etc).

II. Class/peer group presentation: A presentation on the topic of the final project. Students will present their work in progress, and solicit/receive feedback and suggestions from their peers.

III. Reading responses: For each session of the class, one or more students will be responsible for submitting a brief response on Moodle to assigned readings (<1000 words). The reading-responses will be used to structure seminar discussion.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

To complete the course, students must complete all assignments with a passing grade.

Grading scale:
1: 87-100 points (Excellent)
2: 75-86 points (Good)
3: 63-74 points (Satisfactory)
4: 50-62 points (Sufficient)
5: 0-49 points (Fail)

Detailed grading instructions will be attached to each assignment on Moodle.

Examination topics

Reading list

Study material for this course includes philosophical texts, readings from Science and Technology Studies, and multimedia materials such as documentaries and films. Complete syllabus with detailed readings can be found on Moodle. All readings and viewings will be made available to enrolled students on Moodle.

Association in the course directory

Last modified: We 11.09.2024 10:06