Living in a Digital Society explores the impact of digital technology on our lives and societies. This course will help students understand how digital technology is changing the way we communicate, socialise, work, learn, and participate in political and cultural life. Weekly topics may include: the history and sociology of technology, digital inequality and access, social media and self-presentation, online communities and social movements, virtual identities and avatars, digital labour and automation, privacy and surveillance, misinformation, and the future of digital societies.
Course detail
- Semester of offer Subject to change
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- Sunshine Coast: Semester 1
- Moreton Bay: Semester 1
- Online: Semester 1
- Units
- 12.00
- Tuition fee
- 1.4D:Human Society, Society & Culture, Sport & Recreation
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Course outline
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