CC240 VA - Introduction to Cybercrime F26

Wilfrid Laurier UniversityUnorganized Rainy River, ON
Hybrid

About The Position

This course examines the changing nature of deviance in the online world. Central to its design is the assumption that the internet, particularly the worldwide web, has opened up new realms of social possibility including opportunities for harm and victimization. Students will be introduced to functional definitions of cybercrime, the growing typology of cybercrimes, and socio-legal responses that have developed through the 21st century. Topics will include "traditional" cybercrimes such as spamming, phishing, and fraud as well as the contemporary blurring of the divide between digital and physical crimes, including topics like revenge pornography, cyberbullying, and hacktivism. The course will also critically assess the use of classical and opportunity-based theories of crime as frameworks for interpreting cybercrimes and cybercriminals. This course does not require detailed knowledge about internet technologies.

Requirements

  • Master’s Degree
  • MA in Criminology or a cognate discipline (e.g. sociology/psychology) with a focus on crime or deviance.
  • CV (Maximum of 10 pages, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins)
  • Candidate Application Form (CAF - Appendix I)
  • Verification of highest degree
  • Name and contact information for referees.

Nice To Haves

  • Work experience in the field is an asset
  • Prior teaching experience
  • PhD or ABD preferred
  • Teaching Dossier and/or relevant supplementary documentation (Maximum of 25 pages in total, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins)

Responsibilities

  • Be present for the in-person exam during the exam period.
  • Administer and proctor the scheduled final examination in-person.

Benefits

  • Supplementary Remuneration for marking and grading allowance
  • Coordination of large classes or multi-section courses
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