Responsible Technologies

Issued by Elon University

This digital badge explores the history and ethical practices of technological innovation. Earners will examine the disruptive nature of new technologies, including generative AI, and their societal impacts. Through interdisciplinary discussions on themes like social media, AI, data privacy, and bioethics, students will engage with faculty from philosophy, computer science, and more. Success will be measured through participation in discussions, activity development, and reflection.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Weeks

Additional Details

Skills

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Critical Thinking
Ethical Responsibility
Innovative Thinking
Technological Innovation

Earning Criteria

Read and discuss a book focusing on the theme of responsible technologies within a reading group approved by Data Nexus.
Create a product that focuses on introducing fellow Elon students to responsible technologies, to be used in a class of the faculty member(s) choosing.
Create a 90 second reflective video, focusing on the student learning outcomes.