DigiSoc
The Course consists of:
These modules form an integrated learning experience.
CM1a provides an introduction to the key concepts of Digital Society, Social Innovation, and Global Citizenship.
Students learn to describe and analyse social innovations that respond to challenges in the digital age, while developing an understanding of how these innovations can foster inclusive and sustainable societies. The course examines the interconnections between digital technologies, digitalisation, and citizenship, encouraging students to critically reflect on their social, cultural, and ethical implications. Through case studies and theoretical discussions, participants explore the most relevant topics and areas for social innovation, ranging from education and governance to community engagement and environmental sustainability. By linking theory to practice, students gain the ability to evaluate the potential of digital tools and innovations for promoting global citizenship and sustainable development. The course also develops skills in critical thinking, interdisciplinary dialogue, and constructive debate, enabling participants to approach digital challenges from multiple perspectives. Taught in English and offered on a biennial basis, the course equips students with the knowledge and competencies needed to actively engage with and contribute to the future of the digital society.
Together with CM1b, this course forms part of Summer School I, which is delivered as a Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) in collaboration with the three degree-awarding universities: the University of Naples Federico II (UNINA), Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) and the University of Innsbruck (UIBK). It will be held in person at UPOL.
The Course will focus on DIGISOC Joint Master Study Programme Design, promoting awareness and critical reflections on its learning objectives, outcomes, structure and articulation. Morever, the course examines the interconnections between digital technologies, digitalisation, and citizenship, encouraging students to critically reflect on their social, cultural, and ethical implications. Through case studies and theoretical discussions, participants explore the most relevant topics and areas for social innovation, ranging from education and governance to community engagement and environmental sustainability. Students will engage with thought-provoking lectures which will address key theories, methodologies and ethical issues connected with the rise of the digital society, together with the related controversies and challenges; strategies for social innovation in/for the digital society in a global citizenship and sustainable perspective; the relationship between Data Science and the Digital Society, with a specific focus on statistical foundations and machine learning.
Knowledge and understanding
At the end of the module, students will be able to:
Applying knowledge and understanding
Consistently, students will be able to:
The detailed syllabus of the CM1a is available for students enrolled at DIGISOC via the Learning Management System OpenOLAT:
CM1b introduces students to the theories and research on digital society and social innovation, equipping them with the skills to summarise and compare diverse perspectives and approaches. A central focus lies on ethical issues and dilemmas that emerge in the context of digitalisation, analysed from the standpoint of global citizenship and sustainability. Students learn to examine how such dilemmas impact both local and global communities, and how they necessitate the development of innovative strategies and solutions. By exploring real-world cases and theoretical debates, participants assess how ethical perspectives influence decision-making processes and courses of action in digital contexts. The course emphasises the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, enabling students to work constructively in teams that bring together varied academic and cultural backgrounds. This fosters both critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while also strengthening the ability to reflect on complex social challenges. Taught in English and offered on a biennial basis, the course provides students with the tools to navigate ethical, social, and global dimensions of digital society and to contribute meaningfully to innovative, sustainable solutions.
Together with CM1a, this course forms part of Summer School I, which is delivered as a Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) in collaboration with the three degree-awarding universities: the University of Naples Federico II (UNINA), Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) and the University of Innsbruck (UIBK). It will be held in person at UPOL.
The Course will focus on DIGISOC Joint Master Study Programme Design, promoting awareness and critical reflections on its learning objectives, outcomes, structure and articulation. Morever, the course examines the key principles of the DIGISOC Collaboratorium Design. From the pedagogical point of view, students will be introduced to Student-Centred Learning, Challenge Based Learning and Hybrid Learning. At the same time, the module will help students to become familiar with the technological hybrid infrastructure for DIGISOC hybrid learning, namely the OpenOLAT Learning Management System. A further focus of the module will be on Design thinking for shaping the future of the digital society. Transversally, all the module activities will have a focus on team work, team building, and crosscultural competences. Overall, the module emphasises the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, enabling students to work constructively in teams that bring together varied academic and cultural backgrounds. This fosters both critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while also strengthening the ability to reflect on complex social challenges and the related social, cultural, and ethical implications.
Knowledge and understanding
At the end of the Module, students will be able to:
Applying knowledge and understanding
Consistently, students will be able to:
The detailed syllabus of the Module CM1b is available for students enrolled at DIGISOC via the Learning Management System OpenOLAT:
Compulsory Module 1b: Introduction to the Collaboratorium (146501).