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Course Outline
Introduction to Data Ethics
- What constitutes data ethics?
- The importance of ethics in public data usage
- Overview of ethical frameworks and core values
Risks and Dilemmas in Data Practices
- Ethical challenges in data collection and surveillance
- Bias and discrimination in algorithms
- Balancing innovation, risk management, and trust
Privacy and Consent
- Personal data and sensitive information handling
- Informed consent within digital services
- Distinguishing between ethical considerations and legal compliance (e.g., GDPR)
Transparency, Accountability, and Trust
- Explaining data-driven and AI-generated decisions
- Building public trust and institutional responsibility
- Communicating risk and uncertainty effectively
Data Ethics in Practice
- Case studies highlighting ethical successes and failures
- Developing ethical review checklists
- Role-playing and applied scenario analysis
Policy, Governance, and Ethical Design
- Integrating ethics into data governance structures
- Principles-by-design and responsible innovation
- Public engagement and feedback mechanisms
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Understanding of how data is collected and utilized in public or organizational contexts
- Experience with data handling, reporting, or digital systems
- Basic familiarity with compliance, governance, or policy frameworks
Target Audience
- Policy makers and public officials
- Data stewards and analysts
- IT and digital transformation teams in public service
14 Hours