At first developed as a knowledge-sharing network, the internet soon turned into a paradigm-changing platform of communication, expression and trade.Contrary to the aspirations of its creators, the regulation of the internet is now a reality. Here, we will address the questions that are of concern to all of us as internet users and help you develop a critical understanding of the issues that affect our everyday lives.
With lectures and seminars based on student interaction, supported by rich audio-visual material and guest contributors, this course offers a unique opportunity to gain an insight into the challenges posed by the regulation of cyberspace. You will have the chance to explore the implications of the internet for our society and individual rights, including how different countries have addressed these matters.
Starting with the historical background of internet regulation and the debates surrounding government intervention, we'll cover specific issues, such as freedom of expression and defamation, online privacy, social networks, online copyright infringements, cybercrime, net neutrality, online gambling and online search.The course addresses questions that are of concern to all of us as internet users. It is also of particular interest to anyone who has or will conduct any profession related to the internet. The course stimulates a critical understanding of issues that affects everyone's lives.
Period
01-07-2013 - 19-07-2013 (3 weeks)
Target group
The course is relevant to students from all academic backgrounds.
Course aim
In this course you will be:
- Introduced to the ideological debates surrounding the regulation of the internet.
- Provided with a critical understanding of the challenges raised from the regulation of the internet.
- Provided with an insight of different legislative responses to the novel challenges arising from the regulation of the internet.
- Assisted in shaping an informed opinion on issues that affect your everyday life, such as the protection of your privacy.
Credits
7.5 ECTS credits
Many of our students get credit for the summer courses taken at Kings. You should approach your home university before applying to find out whether they accept our courses for credit. We would recommend a three-week course to be equivalent 4 US credits or 7.5 ECTS, for instance.
Course fee
GBP 1350: tuition fee only
Course leader
Katerina Maniadaki is a legal adviser in the UK Office of Communications. She has worked in the area of communications regulations for the last eight years in different capacities. She was a PhD researcher and visting tutor at King's College London,
King's College London
Address: Strand, London
Postal code: WC2R 2LS
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Website: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/summerschool
E-mail: summerschool@kcl.ac.uk
Phone: +44 20 7848 1533
Internet Law
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Ioana Dinescu
