Introduction to Digital Humanism
Brief description
- basics of humanism and ethics in the digital age
- principle of digital humanism
- good practises in education, and political relevance
- types of media usage
Mode of delivery
face to face
Type
compulsory
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
Nida-Rümelin, J., & Weidenfeld, N. (2022). Digital Humanism: For a Humane Transformation of Democracy, Economy and Culture in the Digital Age. Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-12482-2
Nida-Rümelin, J., Staudacher, K. (2024). Philosophical Foundations of Digital Humanism. In: Werthner, H., et al. Introduction to Digital Humanism. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-45304-5_2
Schmoelz, Alexander. (2023). Digital Humanism, Progressive Neoliberalism and the European Digital Governance System for Vocational and Adult Education. Journal of Adult and Continuing Education, https://doi.org/10.1177/14779714231161449
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
lecture, discussion, voluntary exercises and interactive online Quizzes, Group Work and Projects, Readings
Assessment methods and criteria
final exam (closed book, multiple choice) during last session
more than 50.0 points – 62.5 points sufficient
more than 62.5 points – 75.0 points satisfactory
more than 75.0 points – 87.5 points good
more than 87.5 points –100.0 points very good
Voluntary exercises with additional points for exam (maximum 30 points)
Prerequisites and co-requisites
none
Infos
Degree programme
International Programme
Cycle
International Programme
ECTS Credits
5.00
Language of instruction
English
Curriculum
Full-Time
Academic year
2025
Semester
1 SS
Incoming
Yes
Learning outcome
- Students know the basics of humanism and ethics in the digital age
- Students have knowledge about the principle of digital humanism and practical implementation.
- Students can critically evaluate and regulate their own media usage based on the principles of digital humanism
Course code
0000-17-09-VZ-DE-13a