by Misterel
Welcome to Digital Society Unplugged, the podcast designed to be your ultimate companion to the IB Digital Society course. In each episode, we’ll explore the fascinating ways digital systems shape the world around us, from global communication networks and AI to the ethical dilemmas of data privacy and the digital divide. Whether you're a student looking to deepen your understanding, or simply curious about how technology impacts society, this podcast offers insightful discussions and real-world examples to help you navigate and lead in our rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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February 2, 2025
<p>In this episode of the *IB Digital Society Podcast*, we explore the role of a COVID-19 QR code track and trace app as a digital intervention addressing global health inequalities. We examine both the benefits and challenges of such technology, particularly in relation to privacy, equity, and ethical considerations. Using key evaluation criteria—equity, acceptability, cost, feasibility, innovation, and ethics—we assess the app’s effectiveness in mitigating public health crises. </p> <p>We also discuss potential improvements, such as stronger community engagement and enhanced data protection regulations, while reflecting on the broader implications of digital interventions in tackling societal challenges. Join us for a critical discussion on how technology shapes our world and what it means for the future of global health.</p>
January 21, 2025
<p>Welcome to today’s episode of the IB Digital Society podcast! In this episode, we’re diving into the 2025 pre-released statement for the Higher Level Paper 3 exam, focusing on data-driven applicant screening. </p> <p>Join us as we unpack the challenges and ethical concerns surrounding the use of algorithms—both rule-based and AI-driven—to select candidates for various positions. </p> <p>We’ll explore these methods from the perspectives of key stakeholders, including applicants and organisations, and analyse two example interventions: a rule-based tool and an AI-based tool. </p> <p>To provide context, we’ll also discuss supervised machine learning and examine a real-world example of benefit fraud prediction in Holland. This discussion will help you make meaningful connections to the pre-release material and prepare for success on Paper 3. Let’s get started!</p>
January 21, 2025
<p>Welcome to today’s episode of the IB Digital Society podcast! In this special episode, we’re diving into the May 2024 subject report (Timezone2) for the IB Digital Society course, offering a detailed analysis of student performance in the latest examinations. </p> <p>We’ll explore the assessment criteria for the internal assessment, including the inquiry project and multimedia presentation, providing valuable feedback and actionable suggestions for future teaching. </p> <p>We’ll also break down student performance on higher and standard level papers one and two, identifying key strengths and areas for improvement in understanding core concepts. </p> <p>Finally, we’ll examine higher level paper three, focusing on the pre-release case study about healthcare access in rural communities, and share pedagogical recommendations to help both teachers and students excel in this evolving subject. Let’s get started!</p>
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