DESIGN ETHICS

Course Description

In this course, the students will first learn about how designers influence the creation of products, images, infrastructure and environments surrounding us, both virtual and real. They will learn the behavioral and social dynamics of particular circumstances associated with design, and how, acting in a deliberate manner, designers engage with the problems facing their communities, and solve them by developing pragmatic, creative and innovative solutions. Design Ethics is designed specifically for discussing ethical issues which designers face in the process of creation. Within this perspective, fundamental questions like ‘what is an artist’s duty to art and society’, ‘how and why art should be created with ethical and moral principles’ and other issues surrounding ethics and design will be discussed and answered based on specific cases.

DESIGN ETHICS

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Course outcomes

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 David B. Berman (2009), Do Good: How Design Can Change the World"
2. 02 Ruben Pater (2016), The Politics of Design: A (Not So) Global Design Manual for Visual Communication

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Describe key ethical theories, principles, and frameworks relevant to design practice, including issues of cultural sensitivity, sustainability, and social responsibility. SOLO 3
2. L02 Analyze real-world design cases to recognize unethical practices such as manipulation, misinformation, or cultural appropriation, and discuss their social consequences. SOLO 4
3. L03 Define the role of designers in shaping public perception and responsibility toward social, environmental, and digital ethics through critical reflection and discussion. SOLO 2
4. L04 Apply ethical decision-making frameworks and theoretical concepts to create visual communication projects that demonstrate integrity, inclusivity, and accountability in design. SOLO 3

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Has knowledge of the basic concepts, theory and methods in the field of public relations, advertising, marketing and integrated marketing communications.
2. P02 Has knowledge of the appropriate media planning processes for target audiences in the field of public relations and advertising.
3. P03 Is able to write periodic reports on the activities carried out in the fields of public relations and advertising.
4. P04 Is able to use research and planning methods and techniques related to public relations and advertising.
5. P05 Knows organisational crisis management processes.
6. P06 Knows the media and digital media communication techniques and processes related to the promotion of institutions and organisations.
7. P07 Knows the creation and application of media strategy in the field of public relations and advertising.
8. P08 Has knowledge of legal regulations and ethics related to public relations and advertising.
9. P09 Is able to conduct marketing and consumer behavior research and undertake planning based on this research data.
10. P10 Is able to conduct public relations and advertising campaigns.
11. P11 Is able to use digital media and social media in the fields of public relations and advertising.
12. P12 Has the ability to use current and effective presentation techniques in the field of public relations and advertising.
13. P13 Is able to monitor social developments and changes in the behavior of the target audience and use the information obtained to design public relations and advertising campaigns.
14. P14 Is able to take initiative in solving problems in the fields of public relations and advertising by acting as a responsible individual as well as a team member.
15. P15 Is able to create and implement brand and communication strategies.
16. P16 Is able to analyse consumer behavior in traditional and digital channels of communication using scientific methods and to evaluate the unique dynamics of these channels.
17. P17 Is aware of and acts in accordance with the standards and ethical codes of national and international professional organisations in the fields of public relations and advertising.
18. P18 Can communicate effectively within an international study and work environments.
19. P19 Can apply their learning into practice in real work contexts,

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