Cyberculture, as it is evolving, seems to have two components. Information resources have grown rapidly since the development of browsers such as Mosaic and Netscape. Web sites of many types and on many subjects are changing education, commerce and tourism to mention only a few areas of endeavor. The content of these Web sites is a cultural manifestation that is in turn forming a vast global culture, that belongs to all, an international patrimony. Technology is reshaping human interactions, percepetions, and self-concept.
Cyberculture is in turn affecting our real life culture.
This course will have two parts. Other readings are on Electronic reserves in Honnold or handouts. At the end of September, students will begin to lead the discussion of the texts in groups of three or four. In addition to the texts, you may also use related articles, slides, web sites, etc. Everyone is expected to participate in the discussions of the texts.