Wikipedia:Wiki Ed/York University/Resistance and Subversion on the Internet (Fall-Winter)

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Course name
Resistance and Subversion on the Internet
Institution
York University
Instructor
Jonathan Obar
Wikipedia Expert
Shalor (Wiki Ed)
Subject
Communication Studies
Course dates
2017-09-14 00:00:00 UTC – 2018-04-30 23:59:59 UTC
Approximate number of student editors
25


This course explores political, social and technical aspects of resistance and subversion on the internet.

New information and communication technologies (ICTs) afford opportunities for seeking normative ends. As individuals and groups attempt to resist and subvert institutional power structures and societal norms, scholars should assess the extent to which ICTs initiate, enhance and limit these attempts. Too often, technology enthusiasts quickly conclude that ICTs automatically contribute to positive change. At the same time, skeptics similarly conclude all too quickly that ICTs automatically produce negative results. Within and across contexts, scholars seeking to understand opportunities and drawbacks of new ICTs must also assess the extent to which the enthusiasts and the skeptics are correct.

In this class, we will discuss the history and the theory that informs current discussions of resistance and subversion on the internet. We will explore central questions relevant to current scholarship from multiple perspectives. We will investigate and analyze how resistance and subversion are conceptualized in light of ICT developments, and across social movement contexts. This will include studying various Canadian and international cases. We will discuss how those opposed to institutional and societal change push back against those who resist and subvert. With an eye towards empowering future generations of public scholars and activists, we will work towards a stronger understanding of how ICTs both create and destroy.

Student Assigned Reviewing
RussellThomasWiki Pre-Release File Sharing
Jthlau94 Rogue NASA, Twitter Resistance Against Trump
Panarej2 Humanity and Hope United Foundation
Shayanr5 Armchair Revolutionary, Slacktivism
Krystal1995wright President Choice Children's Charity
Angeedawn Orlando Youth Alliance
Meliss1 Deeper School Development Organization
Sweiner8 Ve'ahavta organization
Sabbyd Musicians On Call
Marakaflaka Save Our Scruff Re-home & Rescue
Gregm1996 Net Neutrality in Brazil
TheDroidYouARELookingFor PREVNet
Nadinesharm African Women in the Media Through A Western Lens
DaisyDoesWiki Open Education Consortium
Meeshmoo Domestic Violence in Canada
Qm13 Zettabyte Era
Miraclemitch Covenant House Toronto
SH3RIFFO The Electronic Frontier Foundation’s Ratings
Adrianfaziooo Subvertising
AlexIafrate European Crowdfunding Network
Sallymay456 Campaign Life Coalition
Vivian079 Sites of Resistance
Nums01 Off Our Backs
Efishers Reena Foundation
Casssieandra Bunz Trading Zone
Asoer95 Brandalism

Timeline

Week 1

Course meetings
Thursday, 14 September 2017
In class - Introduction

Week 2

Course meetings
Thursday, 21 September 2017
In class - Wikipedia Bootcamp

Week 3

Course meetings
Thursday, 28 September 2017
In class - Wikipedia Bootcamp
In class -

Week 4

Course meetings
Thursday, 5 October 2017

Week 5

Course meetings
Thursday, 12 October 2017

Week 6

Course meetings
Thursday, 19 October 2017

Week 7

Course meetings
Thursday, 2 November 2017

Week 8

Course meetings
Thursday, 9 November 2017

Week 9

Course meetings
Thursday, 16 November 2017

Week 10

Course meetings
Thursday, 23 November 2017

Week 11

Course meetings
Thursday, 30 November 2017
In class - Final Sandbox Assignment Complete (3,000 words)