To become a learning community you must be informed, therefore, you are expected to complete the reading before each session. Emphasis is on open discussion and debate of the issues. Reading and spending time in cyberspace are essential for informed and lively class discussions. The syllabus may change depending on the availability of several guest speakers and the needs of the class. Students are assigned readings on which they lead class discussion on an assigned date.
Students write a take home exam in which they synthesize material covered during the semester.
Brief project reports are presented in class toward the end of the semester. Class Participation and Regular Attendance. Students are expected to participate in class discussions and attend regularly. A class web site with readings and useful reference will be maintained by Scott Burright. A Brief History of the Internet Schellenberg, K. Computers in Society .