AI 262 - Globliztn/ Impact Technlgy

Institution:

DePaul University

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Description:

This course focuses on current affairs regarding globalization as a world system of operation in society. The course aims to clarify our notion and understanding of globalization by looking at the impact that technology has had in the way we conduct our lives. Throughout this course students are asked to read and reflect upon different technologies that we have seen affecting the way in which people communicate. The central idea to broaden our perspective about globalization is that one the most important and significant activities that we do as humans is to communicate. Therefore, our focus of study will be centered around communication technologies widely used in the world, potentially continuing to change our lives even more. Broadly speaking, technologies under study include the telephone, television, and computer networks (the Internet). Competences: H5, S3F, FX.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.depaul.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 362-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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