Imagining the ethical implications of social media

Please read the synopsis of the Black Mirror (Netflix series) episode “Nosedive” and address three questions:

  1. Is it Lacie’s fault that she ends up in prison?
  2. Why does the star-rating system influence the behaviour of Lacie and others? (you may apply theories about psychological and contextual factors as covered in this week’s lecture; you may also use your real-life experience to explain)
  3. In your view, does the social network company meet its ethical responsibility? (If no, what can you suggest for the company to better meet such a responsibility?)

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