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Technology has changed the way we communicate, connect — and commit crimes. From smartphones and social media to artificial intelligence and digital evidence, today’s crimes often leave behind a very different kind of footprint.

In this one-day course, participants will explore how technology is changing both criminal behavior and criminal investigations. We will discuss topics such as cybercrime, online exploitation, social media’s influence, digital evidence, scams, privacy concerns, and the emerging role of artificial intelligence.

Through current examples and engaging discussion, participants will consider important questions about safety, privacy, accountability, and what crime looks like in an increasingly digital world.

Learning Goals

Participants will:

• Understand emerging forms of digital crime
• Explore technology’s impact on investigations
• Examine ethical issues around privacy and safety

Technology has changed the way we communicate, connect — and commit crimes. From smartphones and social media to artificial intelligence and digital evidence, today’s crimes often leave behind a very different kind of footprint.

In this one-day course, participants will explore how technology is changing both criminal behavior and criminal investigations. We will discuss topics such as cybercrime, online exploitation, social media’s influence, digital evidence, scams, privacy concerns, and the emerging role of artificial intelligence.

Through current examples and engaging discussion, participants will consider important questions about safety, privacy, accountability, and what crime looks like in an increasingly digital world.

Learning Goals

Participants will:

• Understand emerging forms of digital crime
• Explore technology’s impact on investigations
• Examine ethical issues around privacy and safety

Mr. Bailey's final course on Russian Music features the incredible life and famous music of Dmitri Shostakovich, and also covers the range of significant, but lesser-known Russian composers who were contemporaries of the major figures already discussed in this series. Some may be more familiar - from Glazunov's traditionally Russian-sounding style to Scriabin's visionary and mystical works - while others may only be known for one piece, like Khachaturian (Sabre Dance), Glière (Russian Sailor's Dance), Ippolitov-Ivanov (Procession of the Sardar), and Kabalevsky (piano works). But there is more to explore with these and more composers, continuing into the 20th century with Gubaidulina, Schnittke, Shchedrin, and more - plus a special segment on Russian choral music. So if you liked the music you've explored so far in the past two courses, you'll find a lot more to enjoy in this course - even if you haven't heard of these composers!

Mr. Bailey's final course on Russian Music features the incredible life and famous music of Dmitri Shostakovich, and also covers the range of significant, but lesser-known Russian composers who were contemporaries of the major figures already discussed in this series. Some may be more familiar - from Glazunov's traditionally Russian-sounding style to Scriabin's visionary and mystical works - while others may only be known for one piece, like Khachaturian (Sabre Dance), Glière (Russian Sailor's Dance), Ippolitov-Ivanov (Procession of the Sardar), and Kabalevsky (piano works). But there is more to explore with these and more composers, continuing into the 20th century with Gubaidulina, Schnittke, Shchedrin, and more - plus a special segment on Russian choral music. So if you liked the music you've explored so far in the past two courses, you'll find a lot more to enjoy in this course - even if you haven't heard of these composers!

Within the hollow crown that rounds the mortal temples of a king, keeps death his court.  Shakespeare, Richard II

In the 15th century, the royal family of England spilled its own blood in a self-destructive struggle to achieve and retain a crown. This elusive and dangerous symbol conferred power, authority and prestige upon a man who was after all, more than a mere man. He was power itself, who could, as Shakespeare says, “kill with looks.” However, once achieved, by fair means or foul, his status was fragile. By assuming the crown, a man risked his peace of mind, his sleep, his family and friends, and even his life, through betrayal, murder or death in battle.

Join Professor Ken Alexander, as he leads you through 30 years of triumphs and tragedies known as the "Wars of the Roses." We will explore the real history of this volatile period, in which one dynasty will destroy itself, allowing another to rise in its place.

Within the hollow crown that rounds the mortal temples of a king, keeps death his court.  Shakespeare, Richard II

In the 15th century, the royal family of England spilled its own blood in a self-destructive struggle to achieve and retain a crown. This elusive and dangerous symbol conferred power, authority and prestige upon a man who was after all, more than a mere man. He was power itself, who could, as Shakespeare says, “kill with looks.” However, once achieved, by fair means or foul, his status was fragile. By assuming the crown, a man risked his peace of mind, his sleep, his family and friends, and even his life, through betrayal, murder or death in battle.

Join Professor Ken Alexander, as he leads you through 30 years of triumphs and tragedies known as the "Wars of the Roses." We will explore the real history of this volatile period, in which one dynasty will destroy itself, allowing another to rise in its place.