Data ethics involves the collection, analysis, use, and sharing of data in an ethical manner. These are often governed by specific laws, policies, regulations, standards, and disciplinary practices.
This guide provides resources related to various issues in data ethics. Free and library-accessible resources are provided, as well as campus resources and services.
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Ohio State has multiple classes that deal with data and ethics, but no course that wholly and exclusively addresses data ethics. Consider examining these courses as potential subject-based options that may address ethics as part of their coverage: