SOC 225 A: Data and Society

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  • Autumn 2019
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Meeting Time: 
TTh 11:30am - 12:20pm
Location: 
KNE 110
SLN: 
21174
Joint Sections: 
SOC 225 B
Instructor:
portrait Ian Kennedy
Ian Kennedy
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Catalog Description: 
Social implications of the digital revolution, including ethical issues associated with algorithmic design and privacy. Discusses data science as a new occupation that uses data to understand or influence people's behavior. Students will use a sociological lens to explore how our increasingly digital lifestyle changes institutions and social relations.
GE Requirements: 
Individuals and Societies (I&S)
Credits: 
3.0
Status: 
Active
Last updated: 
August 2, 2019 - 9:19pm
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