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ITC506 – Topics in Information Technology Ethics
Session 1 2016
Faculty of Business
School of Computing and Mathematics
Internal Mode
Subject Overview
This subject allows students to develop skills that are necessary to identify ethical issues that are raised
as a result of the advancement of information and communications technology (ICT). The subject will
cover areas such as critical thinking, professionalism, ethical theories, privacy, security and crime in
cyberspace, intellectual property, freedom of speech and regulation of the internet, systems reliability,
and social and ethical issues of emerging technologies. By the end of the subject students should be
able to argue consistently and rationally about the moral problems raised by the adoption and use of
ICT and propose solutions to those moral problems.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, you should
be able to identify ethical issues related to ICT;
be able to assess the implications of ethical problems;
be able to critically evaluate solutions to ethical problems;
be able to apply ethical theories to ethical problems;
be able to argue consistently and rationally about the moral issues raised by the adoption and
use of ICT;
be able to analyse ethical problems from the point of view of ICT professionals using the
Australian Computer Society (ACS) Code of Ethics;
be able to analyse ethical situations using critical thinking techniques.
Lecturer Details
Subject Coordinator Rajasekaran Lakshmiganthan
Email [email protected]
Phone To be advised.
Contact phone number 0399357961
Campus To be advised.
Building/Room number To be advised.
About your lecturer
Chetanpal Singh, M.Sc., B.E.,
I am Chetanpal Singh and I completed my Masters in ERP from Monash University, Masters in IT
from Victoria University and also I have done my Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, a Certifications
from SAP in FI/CO, ABAP, HR, Implementation and Business Intelligence.
My current research and studies are based on collaborating the database from our big companies and
to present an easy approach to extract reports in dashboards . I have been awarded by Research
Technical Support Australia for my further studies in my field. I will be working with IBM and
ORACLE to collaborate the data for Australia.
I have worked with companies such as Wilson, Telstra, KPMG and Deloitte. So, I have a vast
experience of 12 years with MNC’s but also wide knowledge of studies.
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Learning, Teaching and Support Strategies
Class times and location
Lecture 1: Wednesdays 9.00am-12.00pm, Room 2.13
Lecture 2: Wednesdays 1.00pm-4.00pm, Room 2.13
Lecture 3: Tuesdays 5.00pm-8.00pm, Room 4.09 and 4.10 (Lab)
How to contact your lecturer
Any questions concerning the teaching of this subject can be made by contacting your Subject
Lecturer.
Lecturer Name: Chetanpal Singh
Lecturer Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Email is the best option. Please send a brief message regarding the issue and include the subject
name and code in your email – it really helps to know which class you belong to, before I respond to
your query. If you prefer to phone me that is fine, but please leave a message if I am not there at the
time – I will give you a call back as soon as I can.
How you are expected to engage with the subject
The study guide and/or subject materials for this subject will be available in online format through the
subject’s site in Interact 2. It has been specifically written to guide you.
To support your engagement with the subject you will have regular class every week with the subject
lecturer have been scheduled during the teaching weeks of session. Further information about days and
times will be made available at the class times and location.
Your lecturer will use the following strategies to support you:
Interaction facilitated through your CSU Interact 2 subject site
Provision of resources – check the Interact 2 subject site
Detailed feedback concerning assessments
Face to face classes
Consultation via email and telephone, if required.
You should check the Interact 2 site at least weekly for postings, announcements, online meetings
information and other resources that will assist your studies or additional information and resources
vital to your success in the subject.
Studying at university does not mean studying alone. Take advantage of collective wisdom and post
your questions to the subject Discussion Board.
Information on effective time management is available on the CSU Learning Support website via the
following link: student.csu.edu.au
Visit the Learning Support website for advice about assignment preparation, academic reading and
note taking, referencing and effective time management at: student.csu.edu.au
You can also contact an adviser through Student Central on the following number: 1800 275 278 (or
+61 2 6933 7507 from outside Australia).
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The first assessment task in this subject is designed to identify students who are not engaged in the
subject.
Queries regarding the content of this subject should be directed to your Subject Coordinator.
Library Services
The CSU Library website provides access to online material and print, using Primo Search to find
online journal articles, eBooks, hardcopy books from CSU Library (see Library Manager for
Interlibrary Loan Requests), company & government reports, eJournals, dissertations, theses,
newspapers including Business & Financial newspapers in Factiva (See Business & IT Journal
Databases), and other reference resources (eg. Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian standards,
online encyclopaedias & dictionaries to be read on the computer). You will also find library guides,
Subject Reserve for any readings eg. ITC100, ACC100, etc., and online assistance to help you use the
Library’s resources such as Ask a Librarian – Live Chat and Ask a Librarian – Web Form.
You can find Library Services on both the SGA library online catalogue:
http://primo.unilinc.edu.au/primo_library/libweb/action/search.do?vid=SGA
The SGA library online catalogue allows students to Sign In, My Account shows student’s current
library record including all books on loan, Renew your borrowed books online before the due date,
also Search and Request all books in the SGA library, even if unavailable due to high demand from
students. Students can Request books when all books are on loan to other students. When the
requested book is returned to the SGA library, the student who requested the book receives an email
immediately to pick up the book from the SGA library. View your library record online 24/7 at the
above web link for SGA library.
And also CSU Library online:
http://student.csu.edu.au/library – CSU Library Services including Primo Search & Subject Reserve
online with 24/7 access, online and video tutorials in research skills, finding journal articles for
assignments, topic analysis, download Endnote referencing program and many other online library
services to help you successfully complete your assignments for all CSU courses.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ – Powerful search engine from National Library of Australia to access many
different online resources on any subject from one search.
Contact Details for renewing loans, locating books and other information:
SGA Melbourne Library:
Marian Lees – Director, Library Services
Ph: (03) 9935 7921
Email: [email protected]
Library Help
http://student.csu.edu.au/library/help-contacts Friendly and quick assistance is available. Ask for help
finding information and navigating the library’s extensive eResources.
Online Tutorials
http://student.csu.edu.au/library/study-research/training-tutorials-videos
Learn how to:
• use Primo Search to find eReserve material and journal articles
• search journal databases and web resources for information for your assessments
• identify appropriate sources of information and peer reviewed material, and evaluate resources.
Bookmark your Subject Library Resource Guide
Subject Library Guides are a great way to get started with research. Each online guide is tailored to a
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specific area of study, including Accounting, Business & Information Technology outlining how to
research in your area and where to look for information.
http://libguides.csu.edu.au/
Academic Learning Support Assistance
Visit the learning support website for advice about assignment preparation, academic reading and
note-taking, referencing, and preparing for exams at: http://student.csu.edu.au/study
You may also contact:
Name: Monique Moloney
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (03) 9935 7919
For appointments, please see Reception.
Queries regarding the content of this subject should be directed to your subject lecturer.
Your workload in this subject
CSU Academic Senate policy states that a standard 8 point subject should require you to spend a total
of 140-160 hours engaged in the learning and teaching activities.
Each week you should spend around 9 – 11 hours studying this subject – obviously some weeks may
require more time than others depending on how you work but the following is a guide for your
information.
Topic study and supporting readings: 3-4 hours
Weekly lectures: 3 hours
Assignment preparation: 3-4 hours
Text and Learning Materials
Prescribed text(s)
Students must have access to a copy of the prescribed textbook:
Tavani, H. T. (2013). Ethics and Technology: Controversies, Questions, and Strategies for Ethical
Computing (4th ed.). Hoboken NJ: Wiley
Schedule

Session
Week		Week
Commencing 		Modules Notes
1 29 February
2016		1. Introduction to
cyberethics
2 7 March 2016 2. The Doing Ethics
Technique 		Assignment 1 due on 13 March 2016
3 14 March 2016 3. Ethical concepts and
ethical theories
4 21 March 2016 4. Professional ethics and
moral responsibility
5 28 March 2016 5. Privacy and cyberspace
6 4 April 2016 6. Critical thinking and
logical arguments
11 April 2016 Mid-session break
18 April 2016 Mid-session break Assignment 2 due on 24 April 2016
7 25 April 2016 7. Intellectual property
8 2 May 2016 8. Security in cyberspace
9 9 May 2016 9. Cybercrime

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Session
Week		Week
Commencing 		Modules Notes
10 16 May 2016 10. The Digital Divide
11 23 May 2016 11. Emerging and
converging technologies 		Assignment 3 due on 29 May 2016
12 30 May 2016 Revision
6 June 2016 Exam Period – Week 1
13 June 2016 Exam Period – Week 2

Assessment Information
Introduction to assessment
To protect the academic integrity of the subject, you may be asked to complete an additional test
(which may be verbal) if I or another member of the teaching staff have doubts that the work that you
have submitted for an assessment item is your own. This test would be held within 4 weeks of the
submission of the assessment.
Detailed information regarding:
Sample exam (for subjects with a formal exam)
Pass requirements
Grades
Presentation
Submissions
Extensions
Penalties for late submission
Assignment return
Resubmission
Plagiarism
are included in Appendix 1.
Assessment Items

Item number Title Type Value Due date* Return date**
1 Doing Ethics Technique Assignment 12% 13-Mar-2016 07-Apr-2016
2 ACS code of professional conduct Assignment 13% 24-Apr-2016 17-May-2016
3 Applying ethical theory Assignment 25% 29-May-2016 21-Jun-2016
4 Final Exam Exam 50% To be Advised. –

* due date is the last date for assessment items to be received at the University
** applies only to assessment items submitted by the due date
Assessment item 1
Doing Ethics Technique
Value: 12%
Due date: 13-Mar-2016
Return date: 07-Apr-2016
Length: 700
Submission method options
Alternative submission method
Task
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Proceed according to the following instructions.
1. Identify a recent (within the last six (6) months) ethical dilemma or ethically questionable situation
relating to ICT that you are familiar with. This situation can be either in the media (for example one
you have sourced from a newspaper, or online through social media) or through your workplace.
a. If using a workplace example, to maintain confidentiality, do not use real names.
b. If you use a media article you must include the link to the media article in the references
list of your assignment.
2. Undertake further research about your chosen case to assist you in analysing and discussing it in
your essay.
3. You are required to analyse the ethical dilemma you have identified above using use the Doing
Ethics Technique (DET). The word limit is 700 words ± 10%. Note: Headings, citations, references
and any appendices do not count towards your word limit, but quotations do. At the start of the
assignment indicate in brackets the word count of your assignment excluding those items mentioned
above.
4. Include a Reference list at the end of your work, in the correct APA referencing style,
corresponding to in-text citations. You must include at least TWO (2) quality academic references
from different sources. Please note that these references are in addition to those provided to you
through this subject (for example, you still must reference, the DET, Tavani, the Interact subject
lecture notes etc BUT these references cannot be used as one of your two quality academic references
from different sources). Only include references that have been cited in the body of your assignment
and ones that support what you have presented in your assignment.
NOTE: Format your assignment according to the instructions given in the Assessment Information,
Presentation section.
Rationale
The assessment item is designed to help you to build skills towards achieving the learning objectives,
by requiring you to:
identify an ICT-related ethical issue in your workplace or in a contemporary media article;
using the Doing Ethics Technique (DET), analyse the situation and the arguments it presents,
to:
identify the ethical issues involved;
assess the implications of those issues; and
develop solutions to the issues
apply proper academic referencing.
Marking criteria
The following marking sheet will be used to assess students’ submissions.
Please check that you have met all the criteria before you submit your assignment

CriteriaStandards
High Distinction
(HD)		Distinction
(DI) 		Credit (CR) Pass (PS) Fail (FL)

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CriteriaStandards
High Distinction
(HD)		Distinction
(DI) 		Credit (CR) Pass (PS) Fail (FL)
Analysis of
the ethical
dilemma
using the
Doing
Ethics
Technique
(DET)		Answers all DET
questions, lists all
the facts, identifies
all the non-ethical
issues, lists all the
stakeholders,
identifies all the
ethical issues,
evaluates all the
options that seek to
resolve them and
selects the best
option from these
and justifies why
this option is the
best
using supporting
arguments based on
the literature.		Answers all
DET questions,
lists all the
facts, identifies
all the
non-ethical
issues, lists all
the
stakeholders,
lists all the
ethical issues
and options that
seek to resolve
them and
selects the best
option from
these and
explains why
this option is
the best.		Answers all DET
questions, lists
most of the facts,
identifies most of
the non-ethical
issues, lists most
of the
stakeholders, lists
most of the ethical
issues and options
that seek to
resolve them and
selects the best
option from these
and makes an
attempt to explain
why this option is
the best.		Answers some of
the DET questions,
lists a few facts,
identifies a few
non-ethical issues,
lists a few
stakeholders, lists a
few ethical issues
and options that
seek to resolve them
and selects the best
option from these
but without
explaining why this
option is the best.		Answers a few DET
questions but fails
to list important
facts, fails to
identify relevant
non-ethical issues,
fails to list
important
stakeholders, fails
to identify the
ethical issues and
evaluates the
options that seek to
resolve them and
does not select the
best option or does
not explain why the
option selected is
the best.
Writing &
structure		Language features
and structures are
used to convey
meaning effectively,
concisely,
unambiguously, and
in a tone appropriate
to the audience and
purpose with no
spelling,
grammatical, or
punctuation errors.		Well developed
skills in
expression &
presentation of
ideas.
Fluent writing
style
appropriate to
assessment
task/document
type.
Grammar &
spelling
accurate.		Good skills in
expression & clear
presentation of
ideas.
Mostly fluent
writing style
appropriate to
assessment
task/document
type.
Grammar &
spelling contains a
few minor errors.		The text contains
frequent errors in
spelling, grammar,
word choice, and
structure, lacks
clarity, and is not
concise, but the
meaning is apparent
to the reader with
some effort.		Rudimentary skills
in expression &
presentation of
ideas.
Not all material is
relevant &/or is
presented in a
disorganised
manner.
Meaning apparent,
but writing style not
fluent or well
organised.
Grammar &
spelling contains
many errors.
Referencing Referencing is
comprehensive,
demonstrates
academic integrity,
and conforms
exactly to APA
style conventions.		Very good
referencing,
including
reference list
and citations.
High quality
references.		Good referencing,
including
reference list and
citations.
Good quality
references.		Referencing is
comprehensive,
mostly accurate
according to APA
style conventions,
and demonstrates
academic integrity.
Some minor errors
or omissions in style
and formatting
choices (e.g. italics,
punctuation, etc)
don’t impact on the
transparency and
traceability of the
source, or
demonstration of
academic integrity.		Sub-standard (or
no) referencing.
Poor quality (or no)
references.

Assessment item 2
ACS code of professional conduct
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Value: 13%
Due date: 24-Apr-2016
Return date: 17-May-2016
Length: 800 words
Submission method options
Alternative submission method
Task
Proceed according to the following instructions.
Use the same ethical dilemma or ethically questionable situation that you identified in your
first assignment.
Undertake further research about your chosen case to assist you in analysing and discussing
it in your essay.
Analyse the ethical dilemma using the Australian Computer Society Code of Professional
Conduct
(http://www.acs.org.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0014/4901/Code-of-Professional-Conduct_v2.1.pdf), The word
limit is 800 words ± 10%. Note: Headings, citations, references and any appendices do not
count towards your word limit, but quotations do. At the start of the assignment indicate in
brackets the word count of your assignment excluding those items mentioned above.
Make a recommendation on the basis of your analysis providing reasons for
this recommendation
Include a Reference list at the end of your work, in the correct APA referencing style,
corresponding to in-text citations. You must include at least THREE (3) quality academic
references from different sources. Please note that these three references are in addition to
those provided to you through this subject (for example, you still must reference, the ACS
code, Tavani, the Interact subject lecture notes etc BUT these references cannot be used as
one of your three quality references from different sources). Only use references that have
been cited in the body of your assignment and ones that support what you have presented in
your assignment.
NOTE: Format your assignment according to the instructions given in the Assessment Information,
Presentation section.
Rationale
The assessment item is designed to help you to build skills towards achieving the learning objectives,
by requiring you to:
apply the ACS Code of Conduct to the analysis of an ethically questionable situation to
determine the rightness or wrongness of actions/decisions made therein;
make a recommendation on the basis of your analysis using the ACS Code of Conduct
apply proper academic referencing.
Marking criteria
The following marking sheet will be used to assess students’ submissions.
Please check that you have met all the criteria before you submit your assignment.

CriteriaStandards
High Distinction
(HD) 		Distinction (DI) Credit (CR) Pass (PS) Fail (FL)

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CriteriaStandards
High Distinction
(HD) 		Distinction (DI) Credit (CR) Pass (PS) Fail (FL)
Analysis of
the ethical
dilemma
using the
ACS Code
of Conduct		Correctly maps the
ethical issues within
the case to the right
sections of the Code
(including section
numbers).
Explains the link
between the ethical
issues and the
elements of the
Code supported by
evidence from the
literature.
Makes a convincing
recommendation
and justifies it using
supporting
arguments based on
the literature.
Demonstrates solid
understanding of the
Code.		Adequately
maps the ethical
issues within the
case to the
correct sections
of the Code
(including
section
numbers).
Explains the
link between the
ethical issues
and the
elements of the
Code.
The
recommendation
made is
reasonable and
is supported
with a
justification
Demonstrates a
good
understanding
of the Code.		Makes a
genuine attempt
at mapping the
ethical issues
within the case
to the correct
sections of the
Code (including
section
numbers).
Explains to
some extent the
link between the
ethical issues
and the
elements of the
Code.
The
recommendation
made makes
sense and an
attempt is made
to support it
with a
justification.		Few ethical issues within
the case are correctly
mapped to the right
sections of the Code
(including section
numbers).
The analysis does not
explain well the link
between the ethical
issues and the elements
of the Code.
The recommendation
made makes sense but is
not supported with a
justification		Incorrectly
maps the ethical
issues within the
case to the
sections of the
Code (including
section
numbers).
The analysis of
the ethical
issues in light of
the elements of
the Code is
poor.
The
recommendation
made makes no
sense
Writing &
structure		Language features
and structures are
used to convey
meaning effectively,
concisely,
unambiguously, and
in a tone appropriate
to the audience and
purpose with no
spelling,
grammatical, or
punctuation errors.		Well developed
skills in
expression &
presentation of
ideas.
Fluent writing
style appropriate
to assessment
task/document
type.
Grammar &
spelling
accurate.		Good skills in
expression &
clear
presentation of
ideas.
Mostly fluent
writing style
appropriate to
assessment
task/document
type.
Grammar &
spelling
contains a few
minor errors.		The text contains
frequent errors in
spelling, grammar, word
choice, and structure,
lacks clarity, and is not
concise, but the meaning
is apparent to the reader
with some effort.		Rudimentary
skills in
expression &
presentation of
ideas.
Not all material
is relevant &/or
is presented in a
disorganised
manner.
Meaning
apparent, but
writing style not
fluent or well
organised.
Grammar &
spelling
contains many
errors.
Referencing Referencing is
comprehensive,
demonstrates
academic integrity,
and conforms
exactly to APA style
conventions.		Very good
referencing,
including
reference list
and citations.
High quality
references.		Good
referencing,
including
reference list
and citations.
Good quality
references.		Referencing is
comprehensive, mostly
accurate according to
APA style conventions,
and demonstrates
academic integrity. Some
minor errors or omissions
in style and formatting
choices (e.g. italics,
punctuation, etc) don’t
impact on the
transparency and		Sub-standard (or
no) referencing.
Poor quality (or
no) references.

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1.
2.
3.

CriteriaStandards
High Distinction
(HD) 		Distinction (DI) Credit (CR) Pass (PS) Fail (FL)
traceability of the source,
or demonstration of
academic integrity.

Assessment item 3
Applying ethical theory
Value: 25%
Due date: 29-May-2016
Return date: 21-Jun-2016
Length: 1000 words
Submission method options
Alternative submission method
Task
Your lecturer will place several links in Interact to a number of relevant articles and/or case studies.
These will be available to you just after your second assignment has been submitted.
Choose one of the media articles or case studies listed by the lecturer in your Interact 2
subject site.
Use the title of the article/case study provided in interact 2 as the title of your essay, so that
the lecturer knows which article you are analysing.
Undertake further research about your chosen case, to assist you in analysing and discussing
it in your essay.
You are required to complete the following:
Write an essay:
The word limit for the essay is 1,000 words ± 10%. Headings, citations and references do
not count towards the word limit, but quotations do.
Analyse the article/case study from the perspective of at least two different classical ethical
theories, one of which must be that of “Just Consequentialism”. Present well reasoned
arguments for your assessments and recommendations.
Write an overall conclusion that justifies your recommendations made in your essay.
Include a Reference list at the end of your work, in the correct APA referencing style,
corresponding to in-text citations.
Rationale
This assessment extends the skills practiced in Assessment item 1 and 2, to help you to achieve all the
learning objectives.
In addition to identifying a contentious situation in ICT and dissecting the argument(s) about it, you
must also now demonstrate the ability to evaluate the elements of the argument by introducing
classical ethical principles where appropriate.
Since Assessment item 1 and 2, your knowledge will have grown, and you will now realise that almost
all ICT ethical dilemmas can be classified under one of the main ICT ethical issues that are discussed
in this subject; for instance, surveillance is a sub-issue of privacy, harmful software is a sub-issue of
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ICT professionalism, and piracy is a sub-issue of intellectual property.
In ICT, the main ethical issues are taken to be:
ICT professionalism
Privacy
Security
Cyber-crime
Intellectual property
Regulation on the internet
Social inclusion
Community and identity
Pervasive and convergent computing.
The assessment item is designed to help you to build skills towards achieving the learning objectives,
by requiring you to:
identify an ICT-related ethical issue from a media article or case study;
apply classical ethical theory to the analysis of an ethically questionable situation to
determine the rightness or wrongness of actions/decisions made therein;
derive logical and justifiable conclusions to resolve the ethical issue(s);and,
apply proper academic referencing.
Marking criteria
The following marking sheet will be used to assess students’ submissions.
Please check that you have met all the criteria before you submit your assignment.

CriteriaStandards
High Distinction
(HD)		Distinction
(DI) 		Credit (CR) Pass (PS) Fail (FL)
Classical
Ethical
Theory		Demonstrates an
excellent ability at
applying ethical
theories to the ethical
issues.		Demonstrates
a good ability
at applying
ethical
theories to the
ethical issues.		Makes a
genuine
attempt at
applying the
ethical
theories to the
ethical issues.		The ethical theories do not link
well with the ethical issues.		The ethical
theories are
not properly
applied to
the ethical
issues.
Writing &
structure		Language features
and structures are
used to convey
meaning effectively,
concisely,
unambiguously, and
in a tone appropriate
to the audience and
purpose with no
spelling,
grammatical, or
punctuation errors.		Well
developed
skills in
expression &
presentation
of ideas.
Fluent writing
style
appropriate to
assessment
task/document
type.
Grammar &
spelling
accurate.		Good skills in
expression &
clear
presentation
of ideas.
Mostly fluent
writing style
appropriate to
assessment
task/document
type.
Grammar &
spelling
contains a few
minor errors.		The text contains frequent
errors in spelling, grammar,
word choice, and structure,
lacks clarity, and is not concise,
but the meaning is apparent to
the reader with some effort.		Rudimentary
skills in
expression
&
presentation
of ideas.
Not all
material is
relevant
&/or is
presented in
a
disorganised
manner.
Meaning
apparent, but
writing style
not fluent or
well

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CriteriaStandards
High Distinction
(HD)		Distinction
(DI) 		Credit (CR) Pass (PS) Fail (FL)
organised.
Grammar &
spelling
contains
many errors.
Conclusion Superior conclusion
that ties the results of
the analysis together
into a coherent,
logically valid &
convincing argument.		Very high
standard
conclusion
that ties the
results of the
analysis
together into a
coherent,
logically valid
& convincing
argument.		High standard
conclusion
that ties the
results of the
analysis
together into a
coherent,
logically valid
& convincing
argument.		Rudimentary conclusion that
provides a convincing
argument.		Sub-standard
(or no)
conclusion.
Referencing Referencing is
comprehensive,
demonstrates
academic integrity,
and conforms exactly
to APA style
conventions.		Very good
referencing,
including
reference list
and citations.
Evidence of
high quality
references.		Good
referencing,
including
reference list
and citations.
Evidence of
good quality
references.		Referencing is comprehensive,
mostly accurate according to
APA style conventions, and
demonstrates academic
integrity. Some minor errors or
omissions in style and
formatting choices (e.g. italics,
punctuation, etc) don’t impact
on the transparency and
traceability of the source, or
demonstration of academic
integrity.		Sub-standard
(or no)
referencing.
Poor quality
(or no)
references.

Assessment item 4
Final Exam
Value: 50%
Date: To be advised
Duration: 2 hours
Submission method options
N/A – submission not required/applicable
Rationale
The final examination is designed to test students’ understanding of the subject material and their
ability to synthesise that understanding to apply it in specific scenarios.
Students can be examined on any of the material covered during the semester and any of the material
covered in the textbook.
Requirements
Students must pass the examination the examination to be able to pass this subject. A pass in the
examination is 50% of the total possible marks. That is, if the examination is marked out of 100 marks,
then a pass would be 50 marks or more,
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Marking criteria
Marks for the different parts of the examination are as follows:
Part 1 – Doing Ethics and Ethical Theory
– total 30 marks with questions worth –
Doing Ethics question worth 20 marks
Ethical Theory question worth 10 marks
Part 2 – Short Answers
– 4 questions (some may have sub-questions) each worth 10 marks = 40 marks
Part 3 – Essay
– 1 question worth 30 marks
Material provided by the University
Paper for written answers
Material required by the student
Pens / pencils
Ruler
Eraser
Unmarked English language dictionary (if required)
Appendix 1 Assessment Information
Sample exam
SAMPLE EXAMINATION PAPER
SCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICS
ITC506 Topics in Information Technology Ethics
WAGGA DISTANCE
DAY & DATE: To be advised
TIME: To be advised
WRITING TIME: Two (2) Hours
EXAM CONDITIONS:
This is a closed book exam
No calculator is permitted
Notes are NOT permitted in the Exam
No dictionary is permitted
The student may NOT retain the question paper
WRITING TIME: 2 hours plus 10 minutes reading time
Writing is permitted during reading time
MATERIALS SUPPLIED BY UNIVERSITY: 2 x 12 page answer booklet
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MATERIALS PERMITTED IN EXAMINATION: Ruler – any type
(No electronic aids are permitted e.g. laptops, phones)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES:
1. The examination is worth 50% of the overall subject.
2. You must obtain a minimum of 50% in this examination, plus 50% overall, in order to pass the
subject.
3. There are three (3) parts to the examination. You are required to answer ALL parts:
Part 1 – Two (2) theory questions (30 marks):
o Doing Ethics question (20 marks)
o Ethical Theory question (10 marks)
Part 2 – Four (4) Short Answer questions (40 marks), each worth 10 marks
Part 3 – One essay (30 marks)
SAMPLE EXAMINATION
PART 1: DOING ETHICS TECHNIQUE AND ETHICAL THEORY QUESTIONS (Total 30
marks)
Part 1 – Question 1 – Doing Ethics Technique (20 marks).
Analyse the following case study using the Doing Ethics Technique.
Case study
A software development company has just produced a new software package that incorporates the new
tax laws and figures taxes for both individuals and small businesses. The president of the company
knows that the program has a number of bugs. He also believes the first firm to put this kind of
software on the market is likely to capture the largest market share. The company widely advertises
the program. When the company actually ships a CD, it includes a disclaimer of responsibility for
errors resulting from the use of the program. The company expects it will receive a number of
complaints, queries, and suggestions for modification. The company plans to use these to make
changes and eventually issue updated, improved, and debugged versions. The president argues that
this is general industry policy and that anyone who buys version 1.0 of a program knows this and will
take proper precautions. Because of bugs, a number of users filed incorrect tax returns and were
penalised by the ATO
Reference:
Australian Computer Society (2014). ACS Code of Ethics Case Studies & Related Clauses to the Code
of Conduct Website:
http://www.acs.org.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/12179/ACS-Code-of-Ethics-Case-Studies.pdf
Retrieved: 17 September 2014
Part 1 – Question 2 – Ethical Theory question (10 marks)
Consider the scenario from Part 1, Question 1, from the perspective of the following four (4)
ethical theories to argue that the actions of the president are unethical.
• utilitarianism,
• deontology,
• virtue and
• contract
Your answer should include
a concise definition of the four ethical theories
a clear explanation as to how each of the four ethical theories can be applied to argue that the
manager’s actions are unethical.
PART 2: SHORT ANSWERS (Total 30 marks)
(Four questions each worth ten (10) marks)
Part 2 – Question 1.
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What are the basic differences that separate ethicists from moralist?
Part 2 – Question 2.
What are professional codes of ethics and what function to they serve?
Part 2 – Question 3.
What is the digital divide?
Provide some practical ways that could address the digital divide.
Part 2 – Question 4.
Why is privacy valued? Is privacy an intrinsic value or is it an instrumental value? Explain?
PART 3: ESSAY (Total 30 marks)
Part 3 – Question 1 .
Write an essay on the following topic
Is it morally wrong for people in poor, underdeveloped countries to copy software without permission,
in situations where they cannot afford to buy legitimate copies? Set out your reasons and objections in
detail.
You must:
• present an introduction (or background) to your topic and your essay (6 marks);
• include at least two ethical theories to support your answer (2 x 7 marks);
• Include examples of professional Codes of Ethics to support your answer (8 marks);
• present a conclusion that briefly outlines your point of view (6 marks); and
• ensure that your essay is well written and structured (6 marks).
You are not required to include any references in your essay, but where applicable you should cite
relevant researchers to support your arguments. State any assumptions before you start writing your
essay.
Pass Requirements
A student must obtain at least 50% in both the examination and the total mark in order to pass this
subject.
To be eligible for the grade AA or AE you must have submitted all assessment items in the subject,
including the final exam. If you choose not to complete an assessment item or do not sit the final exam
then you will not be granted an AA or an AE grade.
Grades
Final grades for this subject are awarded by the Business Faculty Assessment Committee in
accordance with the University’s Assessment Regulations. (See current Academic Regulations at
https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.currect.php?id-00301#s3
(https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.currect.php?id=00301#s3)). University’s Assessment Policy:
Coursework Subjects (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301).
Your final grade for the subject as a whole will be based on the grading scale outlined in the CSU
Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301
(https:// policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301).
HD High Distinction 85% – 100%
An outstanding level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
DI Distinction 75% – 84%
A high level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
CR Credit 65% – 74%
A better than satisfactory level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
PS Pass 50% – 64%
A satisfactory level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
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1.
2.
3.
FL Fail 0 – 49%
An unsatisfactory level of achievement.
The percentages specified above should be viewed only as guidelines for the award of final grades.
The Faculty has an obligation to ensure that grades are equitable across different cohorts of the same
subject offering and will undertake appropriate moderation processes to ensure that grades are
awarded consistently in accordance with the University’s Moderation Policy.
For further information please consult the CSU Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects
http://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301
Presentation
The following points are a general guide for presenting assessment items.
Assessment items should be typed.
Use 1.5 spacing.
Use a wide left margin. Markers need space to be able to include their comments.
Use a standard 12pt font such as Times New Roman, Calibri or Arial.
Left- justify body text.
Include a separate title page with your name, student number, subject code, assessment
number and assessment question. Include class time and tutor’s name if applicable.
Number your pages (except the cover page).
Use a header or footer with your name and student number on each page.
Always keep a copy of your assessments. Both a hard copy and an electronic copy.
Most importantly, always use your spelling and grammar checker, but remember that this
does not pick up all errors. You must still manually and carefully edit your work.
Submission
Online Submission
Assignments should be submitted through TurnItIn. TurnItIn password details for this subject will be
given by your lecturer.
TurnItIn does not accept Excel files and PDF files.
Assignments must be submitted to Turnitin by midnight (AEST) of the date specified.
Extensions
In order to ensure that other students who hand their assignments in on time are not disadvantaged,
and to enable me to comply with the requirement to return assignments to the class within 15 working
days, the following rules about extensions will be strictly enforced:
Extensions cannot be granted for on-line tests, as these have to be done within a specific
time frame, after which the answers are released to the class automatically.
Computer problems (such as the speed of your computer and the time it may take you to
upload assignments onto EASTS) and normal work-related pressures and family
commitments do not constitute sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions.
If it becomes obvious that you are not going to be able to submit an assignment on time
because of an unavoidable problem, you must submit your request for an extension to the
Subject Coordinator in writing (email is acceptable) prior to the due date.
Requests for extensions will not be granted on or after the due date so you must make sure
that any extension is requested prior to the day on which the assignment is due.
You are expected to do all you can to meet assignment deadlines. Work and family- related
pressures do not normally constitute sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions or
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
incomplete grades.
If you apply for an extension, you may be asked to email your lecturer on what you have
done so far on the assignment.
You must be able to provide documentary evidence (such as a certificate from a doctor or
counsellor) justifying the need for an extension as soon as practicable – but please note that if
the circumstances giving rise to the request for an extension arise on a day when you cannot
get documentary evidence, you must still apply for the extension before the due date and
submit the documentary evidence afterwards.
Given the tight deadlines involved in returning assignments to students and putting feedback
on Interact, the maximum extension granted generally will be seven (7) days from the
due date.
Assignments received more than 10 days after the due date or extension date will not be
marked unless the staff member decides otherwise. Items received late will be penalised at
10% of the mark available for the assessment item per day it is late (see below).
Note that for purposes of measuring lateness, the ‘day’ begins just after 00.00 hrs AEST – so
an assignment received after midnight of the due date will be penalised 10% for lateness.
This rule will be applied to all students uniformly.
Penalties for Late Submission
The Faculty of Business has determined that the penalty for the late submission of an assessment task
(without obtaining the Subject Coordinator’s approval for an extension) will be:
10% deduction per day, including weekends, of the maximum marks allocated for the assessment
task, i.e. 1 day late 10% deduction, or 2 days late 20% deduction.
An example of the calculation would be:
Maximum marks allocated = 20
Penalty for one day late = 2 marks (so, a score of 18/20 becomes 16/20 and a score of 12/20 becomes
10/20).
If an assignment is due on a Friday but is not submitted until the following Tuesday, then the penalty
will be four days (40% deduction or 8 marks in the example above).
Submissions more than 10 days late will be acknowledged as received but will not be marked.
Assignment Return
You should normally expect your marked assignment to be returned to you within three weeks of the
due date, if your assignment was submitted on time. If an assignment is submitted on time but not
returned by the return date, you should make enquiries in the first instance to the subject lecturer. If
the subject lecturer is not available, contact Level 1, Reception.
Resubmission
Under normal circumstances resubmission of assessment items will not be accepted for any of the
assessments required in this subject.
Assessment Requirements
Assessment at CSU is criterion-referenced and standards-based where students’ work is assessed
against stated criteria that reflect the expected learning outcomes of the course and subject. Subjects
that use a satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading scale will have this clearly identified within the Subject
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Outline.
For further information please consult the University’s Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects
(https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301).
Referencing
Referencing is an important component of academic writing. All CSU assessment tasks should be
appropriately referenced. The specific details of the referencing requirements are included in each
assessment task description.
For further information and assistance with referencing refer to
http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu
Plagiarism
Charles Sturt University expects that the work of its students and staff will uphold the values of
academic honesty and integrity. The Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism is located at:
http://student.csu.edu.au/study/plagiarism. This is an important resource that will help you understand
these values and apply them in practice. You should familiarise yourself with these requirements and
ensure that all assessments submitted by you are your own work, have not been submitted elsewhere
and comply with the University’s requirements for academic integrity.
The University has purchased Turnitin software. This software has two functions, a pre-emptive
education function which students may use to check their own work prior to submission, and a
plagiarism detection function which academics may use to check the student’s work for improper
citation or potential plagiarism. Use by students is optional and is not a prerequisite for submission.
You are encouraged to check your work for originality prior to submission. You can register with
Turnitin to create a Student Account under the CSU Turnitin Licence at
http://www.turnitin.com/login_page.asp. Further information on how to use Turnitin is provided
within the Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism: http://student.csu.edu.au/study/plagiarism/checking.
Appendix 2 CSU Learning and Teaching Policies
Minimum standards of consultation
According to the Academic Communication with Students Policy
(https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00139#s3) (clause 8 in section 3), when a student
directly contacts a teaching staff member for information, advice and/or support (except in online
teaching spaces) the teaching staff member will respond to the request within 3 working days. Clauses
19-21: Use of Online Discussion and Communication Technologies states that for each subject, the
Subject Coordinator will be expected to set up and/or activate an appropriate asynchronous
communication technology and respond at least once a week to student messages that request
information and advice.
The Higher Degree by Research Candidates Policy – Academic Communication
(https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00283) states that a Communication Plan, a
documented agreement between a HDR candidate and his/her supervisory team that establishes
common understandings and expectations of how and when communication will occur during the
candidature will be developed. The Plan should then be reviewed regularly throughout candidature.
University Policies and Regulations
Academic matters are defined by, and are subject to, Charles Sturt University policies and regulations.
Your Subject Outline should be read in conjunction with all such academic regulations and policies, as
some of these may affect the outcome of your studies.
Academic Progress Regulations
The University requires each student to progress through his or her course at a rate that will enable
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him or her to complete the course in a specified maximum time. This maximum time is intended to
ensure the currency of the knowledge within the course and therefore professional suitability of
graduates. Failure to complete within the specified maximum time shall lead to the expiry of a
student?s enrolment in the course. The University believes that all students have a right to know in
advance of study in their course exactly what constitutes satisfactory progress in that course. To this
end the University will specify a maximum completion time for each course, and will also provide
support to students identified as being at risk of exclusion.
The Academic Progress Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00250) sets out the
requirements and procedures for satisfactory academic progress, for the exclusion of students who fail
to progress satisfactorily and for the termination of enrolment for students who fail to complete in the
maximum allowed time.
Variations to Subject Outlines
Should it be necessary to change the content of the Subject Outline during a teaching session, it will be
done in consultation with the Head of School and other support services of the University. You then
will be notified of the changes in writing by the subject coordinator.
Variations to Assessment
Should it be necessary to vary the assessment in this subject, you will be notified in writing by the
Subject Coordinator, or Subject Convenor where one is appointed. The variations to assessment
include variations to the assessment tasks and/or assessment procedures for assignments, examinations
and any other assessment task published in the Subject Outline. The variations will be communicated
only after the Subject Coordinator or Subject Convenor has obtained approval from their Head of
School. The overriding principle is that such changes will not disadvantage students and is made in
accordance with the Subject Outlines Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00267).
Evaluation of Subjects
It is University policy that all subjects are evaluated every time that they are offered. The University’s
Division of Student Learning administers the Subject Experience Survey through CSU’s online
evaluation system. Staff in the faculties and schools value your feedback very highly and take account
of your comments when reviewing learning and teaching in each subject.
If you are interested in the details of any enhancements to this subject as a result of the latest survey,
please contact the subject coordinator. Students can also view overall results for subjects via the
Student Subject Experience Survey Results Portal:
https://student.csu.edu.au/home/subject-experience-survey-results
Surveys for each of the subjects you are enrolled in for this session will be available for you to
complete for a period of 4 weeks from the last week of the teaching session. An email message will
alert you to the availability of the surveys online.
Please complete the subject evaluation by following the link:
https://P8.courseval.net/etw/ets/et.asp?nxappid=CS2&nxmid=start (http://
https://P8.courseval.net/etw/ets/et.asp?nxappid=CS2&nxmid=start)
Individual subject results are only reported to the Subject Coordinator and Heads of Schools after
grades have been submitted for each teaching session (except where subjects have one student the
results are not reported to staff).
Special Consideration
Academic regulations provide for special consideration to be given if you suffer misadventure or
extenuating circumstances during the session (including the examination period) which prevents you
from meeting acceptable standards or deadlines.
Applications for special consideration must be submitted in writing and include supporting
documentary evidence. Such applications should be sent to the Student Administration Office.
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For further information about applying for special consideration please refer to Special Consideration
Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00298).
Assessment Regulations
The assessment practices of all University subjects are conducted in accordance with the University?s
Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301).
Academic Conduct
The University expects that you, as a student, will be honest in your studies and research and that you
will not do anything that will interfere with or frustrate the studies and research of other students. In
particular, you are expected to:
acknowledge the work of others in your assignments and other assessable work;
not knowingly allow others to use your work without acknowledgment;
report honestly the findings of your study and research; and
use only permitted materials in examinations.
Details of expected academic conduct are provided in:
the Student Academic Misconduct Policy
(https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00279);
the Academic Progress Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00250);
Students are also expected to be responsible in the use of University facilities and resources and to
abide by University rules concerning the Library and electronic resources.
the Library Rule (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00280); and
the Computing and Communications Facilities Use Policy
(https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00145).
Copies of the Rule of the Library and Code of Conduct for Users of Electronic Facilities can also be
obtained from the Library or the Division of Information Technology (DIT) Service Desk.
Penalties for breaching the above Rule and Policies include suspension or exclusion from the
University.
Students also have expectations of the University and of other students in the cooperative endeavour of
studying. Details of these expectations are provided in the Student Charter
(https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00268).
Residential school
There is no residential school for this subject.
Subject Outline as a Reference Document
This Subject Outline is an accurate and historical record of the curriculum and scope of your subject.
The Subject Outline Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00267) (at clause 16(f))
requires that you retain a copy of the Subject Outline for future use such as for accreditation purposes.
Appendix 3 Support Services
Student Central
Student Central is the first point of contact for currently enrolled students to access all non-teaching
services. Student Central liaises closely with Divisions and Schools to ensure the timely and accurate
resolution of student enquiries.
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You may direct your enquires in person to Student Central staff situated within the Learning
Commons found on campus at Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, and Wagga Wagga.
You may also contact Student Central through:
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
1800 ASK CSU (1800 275 278)
Phone from outside Australia: + 61 2 6933 7507
Information on Your Library Services
Finding Information
CSU Library provides you with free access to over 600,000 books and 50,000 journals, and much
more. Get an introduction to your library with the Library Orientation Toolbox
(http://www.csu.edu.au/division/library/find-info/toolbox).
Primo Search
Finding the resources you need is easy with Primo Search
(http://primo.unilinc.edu.au/primo_library/libweb/action/search.do?dscnt=1&dstmp=1328694476534&vid=CSU&from
Search most of the Library’s collections, including online resources, print publications and CSU
research. Plus, you can easily place loan requests, view your current loans, and renew items online.
Online Resources
You’ll find journal databases, eBook collections, and other useful online information sources listed
under Key Resources (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/find-information).
eReserve
Some subject readings may be held in eReserve
(http://student.csu.edu.au/library/find-info/search-reserve). Online access is encouraged to help reduce
CSU’s carbon footprint, however a printed copy of eReserve subject readings can be purchased
through CSU Print
(http://www.csu.edu.au/division/student-learning/technologies-for-learning-and-teaching/csu-print).
Borrowing
Your borrowing privileges depend on your enrolment. Visit Information for Students
(http://student.csu.edu.au/library/help/information-for-students) to find out what you are eligible for.
The Library FAQs (http://www.csu.edu.au/division/library/how-to/faq) have more information on
borrowing and access to resources.
Need help?
CSU Library staff are available to answer your questions by phone, Live Chat, email, forum, or in
person. See Ask a Librarian (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/contacts/ask-a-librarian) for more
information.
Keep up to date with what is happening in your Library through Facebook, Twitter and our blog.
CSU Library Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/CSULibrary) CSU Library Twitter
(http://twitter.com/CSU_Library) CSU Library Blogs
(http://student.csu.edu.au/library/about-your-library/library-blog)
Academic Learning Assistance
CSU’s Learning Skills Advisers can help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your studies.
Learning Skills advisers can help you with:
Understanding and preparing assignments
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Study skills
Exam preparation
Time management
Notetaking and
Referencing and avoiding plagiarism
Learning Skills also have specialists in English Language, online learning and maths and statistics who
can support your development in these areas.
Students can take advantage of online resources and workshops, forums and individual appointments
either in person, or online. More information is available at student.csu.edu.au/study
(http://student.csu.edu.au/study).
STUDYLINK provides access to a variety of short, non-award subjects in preparation for university
study. Subjects are available throughout the year through flexible, online delivery, and each is
designed to help you gain confidence, skills and knowledge for your university studies (
http://www.csu.edu.au/student/studylink/).
Student Support – http://student.csu.edu.au/support
A wide range of services are provided to support your student academic experience. Services are
available on campus with relevant services also available via telephone and online. Services provided
include:
Orientation
Student mentoring
Scholarship and financial assistance
Counseling support and referral
Academic appeals and legal advice referral
Disability, welfare and equity support and referral
Health and wellbeing
Social and recreational activities
Graduation
Indigenous student support
International student support
Residential Student Support – http://student.csu.edu.au/campus/residences/residential-advisors
The Residential Support Scheme operates across all campuses to provide for the pastoral care and
welfare of residents and actively encourages student participation and involvement in all aspects of
residential life. The residential community is supported and structured to provide an environment to
support student academic achievement.
For assistance and initial contact go to
Student Central
Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) (mailto:[email protected])
Phone: 1800 ASK CSU (1800 275 278)
Phone from outside Australia: + 61 2 6933 7507
Career Development
Career Development (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/careers) includes a range of services, from first
through to the final year of study, which support students’ self-assessment, awareness of opportunities,
improvements to decision making, and gaining the necessary skills for making successful transitions
post-study. This support is available face to face, via telephone and online.
Distance Education Outreach Team
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Assistance for students studying by distance education with Charles Sturt University.
The DE Outreach Team is available to all CSU students studying by Distance Education.
We can assist you with:
Your orientation to CSU and DE study;
Study skills;
Preparing assignments;
Time management;
Online learning, and
Any other questions you may have about studying by DE at CSU.
We provide these services in a number of different ways including:
Outreach sessions to locations around Australia including group and individual sessions;
Advice and support via phone, email, and Skype;
Preparing assignments;
Online workshops;
Regional Study Centres, and
Online resources and social media.
Find us at:
http://student.csu.edu.au/study/de-outreach
https://www.facebook.com/DistanceEDatCSU