Teacher: prof. Peter Borza
Semester: 3rd
Module: Culture or Communication
| Topics | Abstract, keywords | Competencies in Aurora Competence Framework (LOUIS) | Learning outcomes | Nr. of hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| History of three monotheistic religions in digital space | brief introduction to Christianity, Judaism and Islam; evolution of the use of digital technologies by religions | Intercultural knowledge & competence: Knowledge of cultural worldview Frameworks Teamwork: Responds to conflicts Critical thinking: Conclusions and related outcomes (implications and consequences) | At the end of the course, students will be: – adequate understanding of the complexity of elements important to members of another culture in relation to its history, values, politics, communication styles, economy, or beliefs and practices; – redirecting focus toward common ground, toward task at hand (away from conflict). | 50 hours / 2 ECTS (25 hours of lectures and seminars + 25 hours of self-study, consultations, teamwork) |
| Presentation in digital space | main content of the presentation of religions; forms, new aproaches, methods and procedures | |||
| Virtual religious spaces | the practice of engaging others in a religions using virtual methods such as streaming services, mobile phone apps, social media platforms | |||
| Use and misuse of religions through information tools | the clash between tradition and modernity; symbols, hoaxes |
Contact teacher: prof. Silvia Ručinská, silvia.rucinska@upjs.sk
| Topic | Abstract, keywords | Competencies in Aurora Competence Framework (LOUIS) |
|---|---|---|
| Theory of eGovernment and Digital Government | Levels of eGovernment, eGovernment models, subjects of eGovernment | Information literacy: Evaluate Information and its Sources Critically |
| Digital Government | Digital government at central level, digital government at municipal level, Central Public Administration Portal, information systems for the exercise of the powers of public authorities in electronic form, interoperability across government bodies, Service Points, life events online, good practices – international, national, municipal level | Creative thinking: Solving problems Inquiry and analysis: Existing knowledge, research, and/or views Teamwork: Contributes to team meetings |
| Public e-participation | Forms of e-participation, pros and contras of e-participation | Civic engagement/ civic structure |
| Key Enablers for eGovernment | digital signature, electronic identification (eID), eDocuments | Inquiry and analysis: Existing knowledge, research, and/or views |
| Open government data | Freedom of Information, Open government data, digitally publishing government expenditure | Civic engagement: Civic action and reflection Inquiry & analysis: Analysis Teamwork: Individual contributions outside team meetings Information literacy: Evaluate Information and its Sources Critically |
| Social networks in Public policy | Social networks, information disorder, disinformation | Civic engagement: Civic action and reflection Teamwork: Individual contributions outside team meetings |
| Smart cities | Theories of smart cities, components of smart cities, benefits of smart cities | Civic engagement: Civic contexts and structures Integrative learning: Connections to discipline |
| Measuring of eGovernment | Indicators and Benchmarking of digitalisation, Digital Economy and Society Index | Information literacy: Use Information Effectively to Accomplish a Specific Purpose Inquiry & analysis: Analysis |
Contact teacher: Dr. Ondrej Mitaľ, ondrej.mital@upjs.sk
| Topic | Abstract, keywords | Competencies in Aurora Competence Framework (LOUIS) |
|---|---|---|
| Understanding digital ethics | Importance of ethics and values within digital transformation of the society and democratic processes. Benefits and risks of digital transformation from an ethical perspective. Elements of digital ethics. Culture of digital ethics. | Ethical reasoning: Understanding different ethical perspectives/concepts |
| Applied ethics in digital age | Integrity-based approach and compliance approach. Strategic framework, documents, and public policies at national and European levels. Ethical codes in digital space. | Ethical reasoning: Evaluation of different ethical perspectives/concepts |
| Organizational level of digital ethics | Transparency and openness. Open Data. Digital governance approach. Mutual rights and duties in a digital workplace. Ethical issues and challenges in a digital world – organizational perspective. | Problem solving: Evaluate potential solutions; Ethical reasoning: Ethical issue recognition |
| Individual level of digital ethics | Ethical competencies. Virtues in digital age. Ethical leadership. Ethical issues and challenges in digital world – individual perspective. | Problem solving: Evaluate potential solutions; Ethical reasoning: Ethical issue recognition |
| Ethical Issues and Challenges in Social Media | Social media. Information disorder and its impact on decision-making and problem solving. Social media policies in organizations. | Problem solving: Evaluate potential solutions; Ethical reasoning: Ethical issue recognition |
