Digital Media Human Relationships

AY2022/2023 Semester 1

The course covers issues related to computer-mediated communication and human computer interaction in various contexts that would help students understand the different impacts digital media have on its users. Among many digital technologies, we pay special attention to emerging computer-related technologies such as Web, App, smart devices, mobile technologies, computer games, educational simulation, speech user interfaces, social interfaces, agents, avatars, and virtual reality. Psychological and socio-cultural implications of new digital technologies are the main concerns of the course. Diverse methodological tools and viewpoints will be provided in the class to help students analyze the implications of future unseen technologies. There is no requirement for engineering or technological background.