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The Toxic Power of Data and Experiment - 20

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Explore the complex ethical landscape of data collection and experimentation in educational settings through this lecture from MIT's Learning, Media, and Technology course. Examine the vast amounts of data gathered in schools and analyze the policies governing its use, while delving into critical questions about student consent in educational research. Investigate the inherent tension between using data and experimentation to improve educational products and services versus respecting user autonomy and privacy rights. Consider the ethical implications of treating students as subjects in educational experiments and learn about the frameworks needed to navigate these challenging issues responsibly in the digital age of education.

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20. The Toxic Power of Data and Experiment

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