Objectives:
Describe the role of contracts in online transactions and cyberspace.
Identify cybercrime and tort law issues in cyberspace.
Explore General principles of contract law, contracts in cyberspace and online transactions.
References:
Textbook: Grama, Legal Issues in Information Security, Chapter 11 & 12
Instructor Guide and Course Support Package
Posing Question: Why is copyright important?
Excitement Factor:
Group discussion on case study
In-class Assignments:
1. Complete Lab 8: Cyber stalking or Cyber bullying and laws to protect individuals: Review steps 1 – 5 on pages 61. Select a cyberstalking or cyberbullying case. Review case and answer questions 1 – 5 (pg. 63– 64)
2. Continue to work on course project.
Homework Assignment:
1. Read Chapter 10 in textbook
2. Complete Unit 8 Assignment 1: (see handout)
3. Pre-class reading for Unit 9: Read chapters 13.
Summary:
This class session explores cyberspace legal issues and relevant laws. It also presents principles of e-contract and cybercrime. It discusses various IT methods and strategies to handle cyberspace legal requirements.