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COMP 607 001 (CRN: 21105)
INTRO TO DIGITAL HUMANISM
Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL HUMANISM
Department: Computer Science
Instructor: Vardi, Moshe
Meeting: 2:00PM - 3:15PM WF (12-JAN-2026 - 24-APR-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 1
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Section Max Enrollment: 20
Section Enrolled: 7
Enrollment data as of: 25-NOV-2025 11:32AM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Description: This seminar introduces digital humanism from a diverse range of disciplines. Following the 2019 Vienna Manifesto on Digital Humanism, which called for shaping technologies in accordance with human values and needs, the seminar will investigate the complex interplay of technology and humankind, for a better society and life, fully respecting universal human rights. Repeatable for Credit.