Overview
This discussion link will serve as an opportunity to talk to each other regarding the importance of the reading and why you find it important. Discussion here consists of responding to two questions:
(a) What is the most important point raised in Chapter 5 of Spinello's Cyberethics ?
(b) Why do you think it is important as seen through the lens of any of our moral theories?
“What” is most important—part (a)—means you present an unbiased, straight-forward account of what you think is the most important point in the reading, with as full an explication of what this point means. The “why” part—part (b)—is evaluative, which means you offer critical analysis, reflecting on why this point matters.
Instructions:
- Make your initial post by 11:59 pm EST Wednesday.
- Respond to two other classmates' posts by 11:59 pm EST Sunday.
- Initial post limited to 250 words (but no fewer than 225). Response to classmates' posts should be between 150-200 words. Responses must be substantive. "I agree!" or "Good point!" is insufficient. Must be followed by reasons why.
- Both parts to the question (a & b, above) should be given equal weight.
- Read "Tips for Discussion Assignments" (link located below) for guidance here.
- https://www.eff.org/cyberspace-independence