Course # 38550 Course Overview Technology has the power to connect people, quickly and widely distribute information, reduce waste and inefficiencies, and create accountably and transparency. This course will explore how governments, institutions, and engaged citizens can leverage the power of data and technology towards the public interest. This is not a course that teaches technical skills, rather a course that builds awareness, knowledge, and expertise in how technology works and how it can change the way governments and people operate in concert to make an impact in our communities. Course Objectives In this course, students will learn: Technology and design methods may be applied to support policy development and actions Technologists should consider social, ethical, and legal implications when developing new tools and products Policy has been and might be developed in response to new technologies Recent News More news Free medical school tuition unlikely to have a major impact on the U.S. health care system Thu., July 25, 2024 After a shooting, community and health leaders step up to help survivors heal Tue., July 23, 2024 Student Profile: Vladimir Bejdo, DPSS’23 Thu., July 18, 2024 Upcoming Events More events Get to Know Harris! MACRM and PhD Information Session Thu., August 01, 2024 | 8:30 AM Get to Know Harris! A Virtual Information Session Wed., August 07, 2024 | 12:00 PM Harris Evening Master's Program Information Session Wed., August 21, 2024 | 12:00 PM