Ethics, Information, and Technology

Navigating the ethical minefield of our digital age is not optional – it's a critical competency for every librarian, archivist, and information professional. This unique book goes beyond abstract theory, providing practical intellectual tools for developing the nuanced understanding essential for meeting the varied information needs of today's communities and organizations. Whether you're an instructor shaping the next generation or an individual seeking clarity, this invaluable resource will empower you to confidently engage the challenging ethical landscape of our information-driven world. * Brian S. Butler, Dean, University of Alabama College of Communication and Information Sciences, USA * At a time when serious policy debate has disappeared, we owe it to ourselves and future information professionals to grapple with some of the most pressing and contentious problems confronting us today – problems such as the power of AI to replace human activities and how private information will profile us. Kip Currier tackles a broad array of existential information issues that face a society devoid of the ethical and institutional guardrails necessary to ensure productive uses of emerging technologies. He offers tools to navigate moral dilemmas, as well as the immediate issues that dot an uncomfortable information landscape. He calls on us to participate in shaping the future by addressing nuanced principles, value conflicts, and power dynamics in meaningful ways. This is an ideal, well-researched text for students, information professionals, and anyone else concerned with choosing ethically responsible approaches to ensuring the future of humanity in a morally challenged world. * Nancy C. Kranich, Teaching Professor, Rutgers University School of Communication and Information, USA *