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Internet of Things (IoT) – Technology Serving People
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What once belonged to the world of science fiction is now becoming reality! The Internet of Things (IoT) is constantly evolving, bringing with it changes that once seemed impossible.
- Duration: 3 hours
- Effort: 3 hours
- Pace: Self paced
- Languages: English and portuguese
- 1,568 already enrolled!
What you will learn
- Understanding the concept of the Internet of Things (IoT).
- Identifying practical applications of the IoT in daily life.
- Understanding the relationship between the IoT and human behaviour.
- Assessing how the IoT impacts living in society.
- Becoming familiar with future IoT trends.
- Understanding the ethical implications of the IoT.
Description
Unlock the power of connected technology with "Internet of Things (IoT) – Technology Serving People." This engaging course demystifies IoT, showing how smart devices are transforming our daily lives and shaping the future. Explore real-world applications, discover how IoT enhances the way we live and interact, and gain insight into emerging trends and ethical challenges—all in a clear, accessible format designed for everyone.
Assessment and certification
At the end of each module, in order to assess your progress, there will be a mandatory learning assessment, which will be worth 50% of the final grade.
At the end of the course, there will be a Final Evaluation Test, worth 50% of the final grade.
Course plan
Part 1 | What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?
· Module 1: Introduction to IoT
· Module 2: What sets IoT apart from other innovations?
Part 2 | The impact of IoT on society and human behaviour
· Module 3: The challenges of IoT in a global context
· Module 4: Accessibility and inclusion
Part 3 | Ethics and the future of IoT
· Module 5: The ethical risks of technological reliance
· Module 6: Challenges and opportunities for the future
· Module 1: Introduction to IoT
· Module 2: What sets IoT apart from other innovations?
Part 2 | The impact of IoT on society and human behaviour
· Module 3: The challenges of IoT in a global context
· Module 4: Accessibility and inclusion
Part 3 | Ethics and the future of IoT
· Module 5: The ethical risks of technological reliance
· Module 6: Challenges and opportunities for the future
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License
License for the course content
Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives
You are free to:
- Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format
Under the following terms:
- Attribution — You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use.
- NonCommercial — You may not use the material for commercial purposes.
- NoDerivatives — If you remix, transform, or build upon the material, you may not distribute the modified material.