Digital Surveillance: Foucault, the Internet, and the Meaning for Democracy
Document Type
Presentation
Presentation Date
10-15-2014
Abstract or Description
In this paper, we discuss digital surveillance and ways it enhances and changes the surveillance society Foucault described. Digital technology often has positioned itself as being a new media formation that will enhance democracy through peer-to-peer networks that highlight user-generated content and user-generated prioritization. Often hidden, however, is the relationship between the user and the owner of the proprietary digital space. Here, we explore the ways that the phenomenon digital surveillance actually differs from Foucault's interpretation as the social context has changed.
Sponsorship/Conference/Institution
Georgia Educational Research Association Annuial Conference (GERA)
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Recommended Citation
Garlen, Julie C., Daniel Chapman.
2014.
"Digital Surveillance: Foucault, the Internet, and the Meaning for Democracy."
Teaching and Learning Faculty Presentations.
Presentation 24.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/teaching-learning-facpres/24
