OCR J277 Computer Science

Unit 1.6: Impacts

Mastering the Ethical, Legal, Cultural and Environmental consequences of digital technology.

Curriculum Roadmap

Unit 1.6 explores the profound consequences of computer science. We move beyond "how it works" to "how it impacts" our world, our laws, and our environment. Each lesson follows a strict 7-phase pedagogical journey.

Phases 01-07

Ethical & Cultural Impacts

"Investigating automation, the digital divide, and the changing face of society."

AI Auditor Lab
The Ethics Mirror Experience
Launch Module 1
Phases 01-07

Environmental & Privacy

"Tracking resource depletion, data surveillance, and our global footprint."

E-Waste Journey Lab
Global Footprint Experience
Launch Module 2
Phases 01-07

Legal Impacts

"Understanding the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Computer Misuse Act 1990."

Cyber Detective Lab
Legislation Defender
Launch Module 3
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Software Licensing

Coming soon: Copyright Law, Open Source vs Proprietary software.