1. Search the Literature
Send Dr. J a list of 10 or more links to recent articles (2003 or newer) not already on his issues page (first come, first served) relevant to a social, legal, or ethical issue that affects the computing profession. Within these bounds, you may persue topics of personal interest.
2. Read Papers Read one or more papers from those you find or those on Dr. J's issues page.
3. Write an Essay Write a 4-7 page essay, single spaced with 1" (one inch) margins, on a topic or topics discussed in one or more of your papers. Suggestions include: technology and the war on terror, governmental abuse of technology, digital rights management, ethics in computer games. Your essay should explore the issue, take a position, and argue the validity of that position.