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group developed PowerPoint presentation and the development of a decision matrix to help in analyzing ethical
decisions. The course uses the portfolio method to determine student comprehension of the learning outcomes.
Body of Knowledge coverage
KA Knowledge Unit Topics Covered Hours
SP Social Context Investigate the implications of social media on individualism versus 2
collectivism and culture.
SP Analytical Tools Evaluate stakeholder positions in a given situation.
6
Analyze basic logical fallacies in an argument.
Analyze an argument to identify premises and conclusion.
Illustrate the use of example and analogy in ethical argument.
SP Professional Ethics The strengths and weaknesses of relevant professional codes as 7
expressions of professionalism and guides to decision-making.
Analyze a global computing issue, observing the role of
professionals and government officials in managing the problem.
The consequences of inappropriate professional behavior.
Develop a computer use policy with enforcement measures.
The consequences of inappropriate personal behavior
SP Intellectual Property The philosophical bases of intellectual property.
4
The rationale for the legal protection of intellectual property.
Describe legislation aimed at digital copyright infringements.
Identify contemporary examples of intangible digital intellectual
property.
Justify uses of copyrighted materials.
The consequences of theft of intellectual property
SP Privacy and Civil
Liberties
The philosophical basis for the legal protection of personal privacy.
The the fundamental role of data collection in the implementation of
pervasive surveillance systems.
The impact of technological solutions to privacy problems.
12
SP
Professional
Communication
The global nature of software piracy
Write clear, concise, and accurate technical documents following
well-defined standards for format and for including appropriate
tables, figures, and references.
Develop and deliver a good quality formal presentation.
Plan interactions (e.g. virtual, face-to-face, shared documents) with
others in which they are able to get their point across, and are also
able to listen carefully and appreciate the points of others, even
when they disagree, and are able to convey to others that they have
heard.
5
Other comments, such as teaching modality: face-to-face, online or blended.
IFSM 304 is taught as both hybrid and on-line. It is a writing intensive course requiring both written assignments
and student to teacher discussion conferences. Both formats are completed in eight weeks. Both formats use the
same sequence of events, the primary difference is that the hybrid utilizes a face-to-face component. Both the
hybrid and on-line course rely heavily on a faculty led discussion forum to equate theory to practice.
Attachment 1,
Hours Assignment relating to outcomes
Social Context (SP)
Investigate the implications of social media on
individualism versus collectivism and culture.
Analytical Tools (SP)
Evaluate stakeholder positions in a given situation.
5 hours
Week 2 conference, Facebook
10 hours
Current Events Article; Privacy-related Matrix
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