WPI Social Implications Of Computing
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CS Outcomes relevant to this course:

  14. All students will demonstrate independent learning.
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  15. All students will demonstrate the ability to locate and use technical 
      information from multiple sources.
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  16. All students will demonstrate an understanding of professional ethics.
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  17. All students will demonstrate an understanding of the links between 
      technology and society.
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  19. All students will participate in a class or project team.

  20. All students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively 
      in speech.

  21. All students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively 
      in writing. 
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Demonstrate an understanding of professional ethics. 16 Class Discussion, Paper Assignments (2, 3), Individual Questions, Group Project
Demonstrate an understanding of the links between technology and society and the responsibilities of a computer professional to society. 17 Class Discussion, Paper Assignments (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8), Individual Questions, Group Project
Discover and use primary sources of material relevant to course topics and use the material in support of arguments. 14, 15 Paper Assignments (1, 2, 5, 7, 8), Individual Questions, Group Project
Develop ability to form personal opinions and value system based on well reasoned arguments and present these positions verbally and in writing. 14, 16, 20, 21 Class Discussion, Paper Assignments (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8), Individual Questions, Group Project
Be familar with the types of social, moral, and ethical issues that may be faced as a computer professional. 16, 17 Class Discussion, Paper Assignments (2, 3, 6, 7), Individual Questions, Group Project
Be able to recognize ethical issues. 14, 15, 16, 17 Class Discussion, Paper Assignments (2, 3, 6, 7), Individual Questions, Group Project
Understand the codes and ideals of computer professionals and apply them in their decision making. 14, 16, 17 Class Discussion, Paper Assignments (2, 3, 6), Individual Questions, Group Project
Analyze a popular portrayal of technology and/or computer professional conduct and its effects on society such as a film or novel. 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21 Group Project

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