| Semester | Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | T+P+L | Credit | Number of ECTS Credits | Last Updated Date |
| 7 | POLS458 | HUMAN RIGHTS IN A POSTDIGITAL WORLD | 3+0+0 | 3 | 5 | 14.05.2025 |
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Language of Instruction
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English
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Level of Course Unit
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Bachelor's Degree
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Department / Program
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POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
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Type of Program
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Formal Education
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Type of Course Unit
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Elective
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Course Delivery Method
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Face To Face
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Objectives of the Course
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The aim of this course is to explore the impact of digitalization on human rights and discuss the emerging human rights issues that arise with the development of digital technologies. Students will analyze how the concept of human rights has transformed in the postdigital world, where digital technologies have become an inseparable part of social life. The course will also aim to raise students’ awareness of issues such as freedom of expression, privacy, digital inequalities, and digital surveillance on digital platforms.
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Course Content
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The impact of digitalization on human rights
Defining and characteristics of the postdigital world
Digital platforms and freedom of expression
Privacy and data security
Digital inequalities and the digital divide
Digital surveillance and personal freedoms
Legal and ethical issues arising from digitalization
Human rights advocacy and digital activism
Cybercrimes and human rights violations in the digital world
Digital rights and equality in a globalized world
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Course Methods and Techniques
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Lectures and interactive discussions
Case studies and analysis of human rights violations in the digital world
Online forums and student presentations
Examination of human rights cases on digital platforms
Examples of digital activism and case studies
In-class discussions and simulations
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Prerequisites and co-requisities
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None
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Course Coordinator
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None
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Name of Lecturers
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Associate Prof.Dr. SELMAN ÖZDAN
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Assistants
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None
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Work Placement(s)
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No
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Recommended or Required Reading
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Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"
Assessment Methods and Criteria
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Analyze the impact of digitalization on human rights |
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| Understand the changes in the concept of human rights in the postdigital world |
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| Discuss key human rights issues, such as freedom of expression and privacy, on digital platforms |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics | Study Materials | Materials |
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Week 1: Digitalization and Human Rights
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Recommended Optional Programme Components
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant
https://sis.agu.edu.tr/oibs/bologna/progCourseDetails.aspx?curCourse=77392&lang=en