Course Description

Examines the development, impact and use of current information and communications technologies (ICTs) that we use in our everyday lives. We will explore how social values have shaped these systems, and how these technologies have helped transform the way we communicate, work, play, think and process information. Topics that will be examined include wireless communications, cyber sociability, ICTs and cognitive and behavioral change, digital information multitasking, online privacy and internet management and control.
Course credit exclusion: SC/NATS 1700 6.00.

Note: This fully online course will appeal to students who are independent learners and who have good time management and organizational skills. You are a student who likes flexibility and the optional opportunity to meet and have discussions with other students and your professor at your convenience. You prefer to be marked on a few assignments as opposed to many, and like a course that is structured and provides all details about requirements in advance. Finally, you are comfortable with receiving general feedback about grading as long as you have the ability to meet with TAs and your professor if you have any major concerns.