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Digital Ethics

MODULE 5

This module introduces key concepts in digital ethics and their impact on communication practice. Students will explore the structure of digital media, apply ethical frameworks like Bowen’s 15 principles to real-world cases, and evaluate issues such as data tracking, cookies, and data brokerage. Through practical exercises, learners will assess cyberethics statements and end-user license agreements, developing the skills to make responsible, transparent, and ethical decisions in digital public relations.

This module created by Dr. Alison Novak of Rowan University consists of two lessons:

  1. Why Digital Ethics?
  2. Digital Tools and Ethics
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