Overview
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Explore the integration of social impact awareness in computer science education through this lecture by Josh Hug from UC Berkeley. Delve into the importance of preparing students for the ethical challenges they may face in their careers at major tech companies. Learn about Berkeley's efforts to incorporate professional development, career goal reflection, and ethics discussions into core technical courses. Discover the challenges faced in implementing these changes and gain insights into balancing technical skills with social responsibility. Examine real-world examples of technology's positive and negative impacts, and consider how to evaluate the net effect of various innovations. Engage with thought-provoking discussions on the broader implications of computing in society and the role educators play in shaping future tech leaders.
Syllabus
Introduction
Students get a lot more from us
Student Example
Candy Crush
Snapchat
PositiveNegative Impacts
Positive Impacts
Net Positives
Khan Academy
Positive and negative impacts
Net positive or negative
Candy Crush vs Khan Academy
Salaries
ledger of harms
students lives
discussion and reflection
Taught by
Paul G. Allen School