INF303 The Information Society (8)
AbstractThis subject examines current issues related to information flow and knowledge creation, including the social impacts of technology and the developing knowledge economy. Social, cultural, legal and ethical aspects of relevant issues are identified and their impact on information work is examined. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
Session 2 | Distance | SPACE, University of Hong Kong | Distance | Wagga Wagga Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: INF303
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Information Studies |
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Enrolment restrictionsNot available to students who have completed subject INF429.
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Incompatible subject(s) | Related subject(s) |
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INF429 | INF429 Double coded subject
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to discuss issues relating to the information society and knowledge economy; - be able to describe the role of the information professional within this context; - demonstrate an awareness of the social, legal, cultural and ethical issues relating to information flow; - be able to evaluate the implications of social, cultural, legal and ethical issues for the information professional.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics: - Introduction to information society issues
- Role of knowledge in society
- Information literacy within the knowledge society
- The digital divide
- Information professionals and information ethics
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.