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Rensselaer Catalog 2008-2009 
    
Rensselaer Catalog 2008-2009 [Archived Catalog]

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STSS 2250 - Information, Society and Culture


This course examines the social and cultural effects of information technology. One section explores how cultural, economic, and ethical factors influence the design of information systems. A second section explores how access to information and communication can impact health, education, family structure, labor force participation and income distribution. The final section of the course explores shifts in the way societies are governed and in the way citizens participate in movements for social change.

When Offered: Annually.



Credit Hours: 4



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