Subject:

The ethical issues associated with the development and application of computer systems are the most important and complex problems that need to be resolved. There is a growing body of research and curriculum activity in this area particularly in the USA. It is essential that the curriculum of programmes in computer science, software engineering, information systems and other computer related programmes accommodate computer ethics appropriately. Accreditation of programmes by professional bodies and possible future professional licensing demand that ethical considerations are addressed effectively.

This is an opportunity to share informally the experiences and ideas of three of the leading academics in the field and discuss the nature of computer ethics and how it can be taught. This will be a one day interactive activity. The morning will focus on three areas that might be included in a curriculum and the afternoon session will focus on case studies as a means of teaching.

Presenters

Professor Terrell Ward Bynum is Director of the Research Center of Computing and Society at Southern Connecticut State University, USA. He is one of the leading international academics on computer ethics and computer ethics education.

Professor Donald Gotterbarn of East Tennessee State University, USA is an expert in professional ethics related to computer science and software engineering and is an innovator in ethics education. He co-authored the ACM's code of conduct.

Professor Simon Rogerson is Director of the Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility at De Montfort University. He conceived and co-directs the ETHICOMP international conference series on the ethical impact of IT and is an authority on ethics and information systems.

Schedule

Places

There is a limited number of places available so early booking is recommended. There will be no refunds for cancellations but substitutions are acceptable.

Cost

The cost of the day is 55 pounds sterling, and has been kept to a minimum to cover administration, materials and lunch.

A cheque made payable to De Montfort University should be sent together with the completed booking form to Mrs M Radford.

Accommodation

This can be booked at a number of hotels in Leicester including:

• Belmont House Hotel (0116 254 4773)
• The Regency Hotel (0116 270 9634)
• Holiday Inn (0116 253 1161)

For further assistance contact Maggie Radford.

Contact

Mrs M Radford,
Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility,
De Montfort University,
The Gateway,
Leicester,
LE9 1BH.

Tel: 0116 250 6143
Fax: 0116 207 8159
Email: ccsr@dmu.ac.uk

BOOKING FORM

Please return no later than 21 May 1997. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis

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Send completed booking form and cheque to:

Mrs M Radford, Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility,
De Montfort University, The Gateway, Leicester, LE9 1BH