GEOU Building Bridges: Strengthening Cross-Disciplinary Connections in Computer Science and Law

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Keywords

public interest technology , PIT, White Paper, Law, community technology, technology community, Strengthening the PIT Network,

Project

Authors

Ohm, Paul

Date Submitted

12/30/20

Material Type

Program Planning Resources

Secondary Material Type

Institution

Georgetown University

Industry Partner

License

CC BY-NC-SA

Funding Source

Network Challenge Grant TAACCCT Round 1

Additional Public Access

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wwtrWliOw_jn23aU5b0f9zVWCjyus6Yu/view

Abstract

Georgetown will co-host two convenings bridging law and computer science, with the goal of producing a seminal white paper on how to form collaborations between CS and law. The goal of this initiative is to produce a set of resources and recommendations for faculty and institutions interested in developing courses and research partnerships that bridge Law and Computer Science. Given the ubiquity and impact of computer technology in our society, it’s hard to overstate the importance of educating technology-savvy lawyers, as well as technologists who are sensitive to the legal and policy implications of their innovations. Research partnerships, moreover, with experts in both disciplines, are essential to provide the grounding for reliable and informed decision-making by judges, regulators, policymakers, and private actors in this space. Universities interested in advancing true interdisciplinary teaching and research must think creatively about hiring, promotion, and faculty incentives. The goal of the White Paper is to celebrate and share this type of creative thinking.

Industry (NAISC)

Public Interest Technology -- Policy -- Internet freedom, net neutrality & more

Occupation (SOC)

Legal Occupations -- Lawyers (23-1011)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Credit Type

Credential Type

Bachelors Degree

Educational Level

Skill Level

Advanced Level

Quality Assurance Organization