Description
This Level 8 module considers the way in which people's lives are inter-twined with the `digital revolution from a sociological perspective.
Aims
The aim of this Module is to provide the student with:(i) an introduction to a sociological analysis of digital life; (ii) an understanding of the impact of digital life on various everyday practices; (iii) an understanding of the above in relation to identities within digital society.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module the student should be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between digital technologies and everyday practices and routines.
2. Assess the sociological significance of various digital involvements in relation to identity.
3. Explain the significance and impact of digital systems on social systems such as trust.
Indicative Content
1 Everyday Digital Life
This aspect of the module focuses on the sociological significance of the incorporation of digital technology within everyday practices. Examples of such practices include: shopping and consumption, education, and games and entertainment.
2 The Digital Self
This aspect of the module considers the use and impact of digital technology on the ways in which online identities are fashioned, primarily through the use of social media.
3 Contemporary Issues
This aspect of the module considers controversial and/or contemporary issues such as: the (ab)use of 'big data', bots and the Turing Test, higher education and the 'University of Google', trust and reputation online, data-mapped selves.
Teaching and Learning Work Loads
| Teaching and Learning Method | Hours |
| Lecture | 24 |
| Tutorial/Seminar | 11 |
| Practical Activity | 0 |
| Assessment | 30 |
| Independent | 135 |
| Total | 200 |
Guidance notes
SCQF Level - The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.
Credit Value – The total value of SCQF credits for the module. 20 credits are the equivalent of 10 ECTS credits. A full-time student should normally register for 60 SCQF credits per semester.
Disclaimer
We make every effort to ensure that the information on our website is accurate but it is possible that some changes may occur prior to the academic year of entry. The modules listed in this catalogue are offered subject to availability during academic year 2021/22 , and may be subject to change for future years.
