Computer Science 210: Introduction to Information Systems and Computer Applications

Study Guide

Unit 7 – Health, Access, and Environmental Issues

Learning Outcomes

When you have completed this unit, you should be able to

  1. List and discuss potential risks to physical health associated with computer use.
  2. List and discuss possible emotional health issues related to computer use.
  3. Define and discuss the term “digital divide.”
  4. Discuss the relevance of nationality, race, income level, education, and physical disabilities to computer access.
  5. List and discuss assistive hardware.
  6. Define and discuss “green computing.”
  7. Discuss the status of legislation relating to health, access, and environmental issues in computing.

Required Reading

eText Chapter 7, including Summary

Review Activities

Complete the Self-Quiz at the end of the chapter.

Assessment

See Unit 0 for more details about the following activities:

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