Free Speech

Unit III: Using Technology Effectively & Responsibly

In this chapter, you will examine how digital technologies have transformed communication and public discourse. You will explore the principles of free expression, consider the responsibilities that accompany online communication, and discuss the challenges of balancing free speech with safety, privacy, and respect in digital communities.

Goal: In this chapter, you will examine how digital technologies have transformed communication and public discourse. You will explore the principles of free expression, consider the responsibilities that accompany online communication, and discuss the challenges of balancing free speech with safety, privacy, and respect in digital communities.

Objectives:

• Explain the meaning and importance of free speech in a democratic society.
• Describe how digital technologies have transformed communication.
• Distinguish between government restrictions on speech and the content policies of private online platforms.
• Explain the role of social media, blogs, podcasts, and online video in public communication.
• Recognize the responsibilities that accompany freedom of expression in digital environments.
• Evaluate ethical issues involving online speech, misinformation, and respectful communication.

Please study the material at each of the links below.

1. Self Study Questions: What have you learned?
2. Discussion questions: What do you think?

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