1. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing Keith A. Pray Instructor socialimps.keithpray.net CLASS 1 INTRODUCTION © 2015 Keith A. Pray

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4. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing OVERVIEW 1. Introduction 1. Course Staff 2. Logistics 3. Outcomes 2. Assignment © 2015 Keith A. Pray4

5. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing COURSE STAFF Instructor Keith A. Pray kap@wpi.edu FL 231 Assistants TA – Rodica Neamtu – rneamtu@wpi.edu rneamtu@wpi.edu SA – Andrew Iovanna – awiovanna@wpi.edu awiovanna@wpi.edu Office Hours – By Appointment © 2015 Keith A. Pray5

6. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing LOGISTICS Course Web Site http://socialimps.keithpray.net Syllabus Grading Policy Due Dates Etc. myWPI Interactive assignments Your Grades © 2015 Keith A. Pray6

7. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing OUTCOMES – YOU WILL: Demonstrate understanding of links between technology, society, and computer professional responsibilities. Discover and use primary sources of material relevant to course topics in support of arguments. Present personal opinions based on well reasoned arguments verbally and in writing. Be familiar with social, moral, and ethical issues faced by computer professionals. Be able to recognize ethical issues. Understand professional codes and ideals and apply them in decision making. Analyze popular portrayal of computing and its effects on society. Practice critical thinking, written, and oral presentations skills. © 2015 Keith A. Pray7

8. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing GROUP QUIZ! 1. What is computing? 2. What is the oldest computing device you can think of? 3. What computing technology do you wish society had not adopted? 4. What good will you do with your degree? © 2015 Keith A. Pray8

9. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing ManufacturerCompaq Computer Corporation, United States TypePortable computer Release dateJanuary 1983 Introductory priceUS $3,590 Operating systemMS-DOS Storage capacityTwo 5.25" floppy drives or, 1 floppy drive + 10 MB HD Memory128 kilobytes (expandable to 640) DisplayBuilt-in 9" green screen monitor + CGA-compatible video card Weight28 lbs (12.5 kg) ProcessorIntel 8088 Speed4.77 MHz © 2015 Keith A. Pray9

10. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing OVERVIEW 1. Introduction 1. Course Staff 2. Logistics 3. Outcomes 2. Assignment © 2015 Keith A. Pray10

11. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing ASSIGNMENT Movie Discussion Board on myWPI – List 2 movies you believe relevant to computing AND society – State why in a paragraph, citing the text book and/or other sources – I suggest reading the chapter summaries in the beginning of the text in addition to the first chapter – Please create a new thread for each movie – Do not repeat any existing entries, they will not be counted – Comment on at least 2 movies you did not add No “me too” comments Cite reference materials © 2015 Keith A. Pray11

12. CS 3043 Social Implications Of Computing Keith A. Pray Instructor socialimps.keithpray.net CLASS 1 THE END © 2015 Keith A. Pray