Computer Science Symposia
Computer Science & Information Technology Symposium 2002
Session Presentations
Ethics in the Age of Napster and MP3
by Betsy Frederick and Celia Einhorn
The ET session will focus on the ethical issues underlying one of
the new
technologies, MP3 files. Teachers will work in a collaborative
setting. After
a discussion of what MP3 file format is and how it works, we will
divide into
groups to play several of the roles involved in the use of MP3, such
as music
lover, Beastie Boy or Metallica drummer, or recording company.
Following the
role-playing, we will share with each other the chief arguments
presented by
each point of view. The goal is to provide a framework for classroom
discussion
of copyright laws. A list of online resources will be provided.
For more information, please contact Linda Keller, Project Manager,
ISTE at:
lkeller@iste.org.
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