Digital ethics are about using technology responsibly. It examines the moral norms, values and responsibilities in tech such as the internet, social media, algorithms, AI, and data infrastructures.
Define rules for using technology and internet resources at your institution.
Making information usable by as many people as possible
Using someone else’s work without credit. It’s unethical. An academic violation but not illegal.
Legal protection for original works. Violating copyright is illegal. Fair use allows limited use for academic purposes.
Provides free licenses for creators to let others use, share, or modify their work. CC licenses allow use for students on assignments
Text- Beyond simple words: structure, hierarchy, style and readability matter
Graphics- From basics pixels to complex vector designs
Animations- Sequential images that create motion, like an animated GIF
Audio- Digitized through sampling; common formats: .mp3 , .wav, .midi
Video- Combines visual and audio media to tell stories dynamically