Digital Ethics in the Age of AI

In this course, you'll explore the ethical challenges posed by AI in modern society, focusing on critical issues such as privacy, misinformation, and job displacement. You will gain an understanding of AI's societal implications and discover practical strategies for ethical AI governance. The course combines theory with real-world examples, providing actionable knowledge to navigate the ethical and regulatory landscape of AI today and in the future. Through detailed case studies, you will analyze AI's role in misinformation, privacy violations, and the displacement of jobs, learning to develop strategies that foster ethical AI development and regulation. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the tools to critically assess AI technologies and their societal impacts, ensuring you can engage with AI ethically. What sets this course apart is its focus on providing you with both the theoretical foundation and practical strategies for navigating the evolving world of digital ethics and AI governance. This course is designed for professionals, students, and anyone interested in understanding the ethical implications of AI and how it affects privacy, society, and governance. This course is based on a book published by IT Governance Publishing. © Dr Julie E. Mehan 2024. The author has asserted the rights of the author under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act, 1988, to be identified as the author of this work. First published in the United Kingdom in 2024 by IT Governance Publishing.