Ethics and Information Policies

Free Speech and Censorship in Cyberspace

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Title:

Free Speech and Censorship in Cyberspace (ID: POL0607)

Author(s):

T. Kumar, Johnathan Shrier, and Sherwin Siy

Origin:

Presented at Policy Conferences (04/26/2006)

Type:

Presentations/Speeches

Abstract:

It has long been said that "the Internet interprets censorship as failure and routes around it," but as the Net gets more powerful and more ubiquitous, the motivation increases for governments, commercial interests, and others to limit the free flow of information. This session will examine several prominent current examples of this increasingly troubling activity.

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University of Michigan's Identity Misrepresentation Policy

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Title:

University of Michigan's Identity Misrepresentation Policy (ID: CSD3922)

Origin:

Contributed by Organizations or Campuses (2005)

Type:

Policies and Procedures

Abstract:

University of Michigan's Identity Misrepresentation Policy

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Revising Acceptable Use Policy to Account for Cultural Developments on the Net

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Title:

Revising Acceptable Use Policy to Account for Cultural Developments on the Net (ID: CEM9740)

Author(s):

Rob Reilly

Origin:

CAUSE/EFFECT (Archives) (1998)

Type:

Articles, Papers, and Reports

Abstract:

Given the changes in user demographics, there is a rapidly growing need to better understand the culture that is developing on computer networks. Today's acceptable use policies (AUPs) should be based upon a balancing of logistical and operational issues with the cultural needs of the user. Those who craft computer-use policy should move away from the model of a "network as a superhighway" and toward a model of a "network as a commonly shared resource."

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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/html/cem/cem97/cem9740.html

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Defamation Charges in a Networked Environment

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Title:

Defamation Charges in a Networked Environment (ID: CEM9714)

Origin:

CAUSE/EFFECT (Archives) (1997)

Type:

Articles, Papers, and Reports

Abstract:

This article considers how civil law might treat defamation claims arising from newsgroup postings. The author gives background on defamation law and discusses defenses against defamation charges. Information technology professionals are encouraged to become involved in the current legal arena in this area.

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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/html/cem/cem97/cem9714.html

http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/CEM9714.pdf

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When Bad Things Happen to Good Campuses

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Title:

When Bad Things Happen to Good Campuses (ID: CEM961A)

Origin:

CAUSE/EFFECT (Archives) (1996)

Type:

Articles, Papers, and Reports

Abstract:

The authors of this Viewpoint article profile a scenario involving abuse of the campus network and show that transgressions committed using electronic technology are simply new variations on old themes, that the rules of civility and ethics should apply, and that existing policies can cover the remedies and consequences. An important focus of their discussion is identifying _good_ outcomes for difficult situations.

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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/text/CEM961A.txt

http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/CEM961A.pdf

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Development of an Electronic Information Policy Framework

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Title:

Development of an Electronic Information Policy Framework (ID: CEM9524)

Author(s):

Bill Graves (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) and Carol G. Jenkins (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)

Origin:

CAUSE/EFFECT (Archives) (1995)

Type:

Articles, Papers, and Reports

Abstract:

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, like many other universities, is attempting to manage an unprecedented demand for electronic information in myriad forms. Issues of availability, responsibility, confidentiality, privacy, and security are not easily resolved when accountabilities intersect across non-intersecting central organizations. This article summarizes the strategies and rationales employed in creating a coordinating council to develop a policy framework articulating the electronic rights and responsibilities of the University community and the public, and includes a copy of the University's current policy.

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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/text/CEM9524.txt

http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/CEM9524.pdf

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Internet-worthy: Getting Students Fit for the Road

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Title:

Internet-worthy: Getting Students Fit for the Road (ID: CEM951B)

Author(s):

Susan Allmendinger (University of Delaware)

Origin:

CAUSE/EFFECT (Archives) (1995)

Type:

Articles, Papers, and Reports

Abstract:

New students at the University of Delaware are required to pass an Electronic Community Citizenship Exam before getting access to computing resources. The article describes how this process was established and its impact to date.

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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/text/CEM951B.txt

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Managing Information Technology Issues of Ethics and Values: Awareness, Ownership, and Values Clarification

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Title:

Managing Information Technology Issues of Ethics and Values: Awareness, Ownership, and Values Clarification (ID: CEM9233)

Author(s):

Virginia E. Rezmierski (University of Michigan-Ann Arbor)

Origin:

CAUSE/EFFECT (Archives) (1992)

Type:

Articles, Papers, and Reports

Abstract:

With the use of information technology on campuses, ethical and value dilemmas arise and campus policies are needed to guide and direct administrative decision-making in the face of these dilemmas. This article discussses key aspects of the "Proper Use Policy" and the "Think About It" implementation project at the University of Michigan.

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