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About the Course

This seven-week course will explore the relationship between law and technology with a strong focus on the law of the United States with some
comparisons to laws around the world, especially in Europe. Tech progress is an important source of economic growth and raises broader
questions about the human condition, including how culture evolves and who controls that evolution. Technology also matters in countless other
ways as it often establishes the framework in which governments interact with their citizens, both in allowing speech and blocking it and in
establishing exactly what the boundaries are between private life and the government. And technology itself is powerfully sh...
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Top reviews

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Apr 18, 2022

This course provided the background knowledge I needed on the Internet Giants and how they came to be so. Thank you Randy and all the people who worked behind the scenes to deliver this to us.

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Dec 2, 2020

Aunque hay temáticas muy específicas que quizá no se entiendan. En un excelente curso para adentrarse en la economía, estructura, propiedad intelectual e historia de las Media Platforms.

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By Steve W

Mar 2, 2019

Really enjoyed the history and Randy gives us the future by following these trends. Thanks Prof, really appreciate your time and the chance to learn from you!!

By Pedro L A N

Aug 24, 2015

Very interesting, extremely relevant and fun to study. Professor Picker excels in teaching the topic and makes the whole course even more pleasant to attend.

By Секарин Н А

Mar 18, 2021

I wish there were some updates for the course, because it's truly magnificent! Thank you very much Randy and the production team for making this course!!!

By fan Y

Apr 5, 2018

great course, the outline and case studies are really relevant and interesting. it did brings me a lot of thoughts and new perspectives. highly recommend

By Wiryanta M

May 23, 2020

Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms are very interested in discussing the internet disrupting the service industry in particular.

By Jenny O

Sep 23, 2020

Great course. The lecturer was very engaging, the course was extremely well prepared and presented. This is definitely one of the best MOOCs on offer.

By li r

Aug 17, 2024

These answers cover various aspects of copyright law, internet policy, and market competition, accurately explaining relevant cases and legal issues.

By Mukta B

Sep 9, 2015

Very informative course. Mr. Picker also responds quickly to questions posted/asked. I would love for a special edition, to focus on law in the EU/UK

By Katharina

Apr 14, 2023

even eight years after the course, this is a great review and I really like Prof Picker's teaching style. I wish there was an update and a sequel.

By andres v

Oct 4, 2020

Great Course. Professor Picker was a great teacher, i feel that I learn a lot about copyright and US law, also I can practice my enfglish skills.

By Muskan A

Aug 1, 2020

Cannot thank Randy and the people who helped put this course together enough! A brilliant course, worth doing every bit of it. Taking back a lot!

By Pushkar S

Aug 20, 2019

Exemplary and informative. My sincere regards to Prof Picker for developing what is arguably the best course on Coursera by a mile.

By Jerry H

Jun 8, 2019

A phenomenal class. Professor Picker explains things in a clear and concise way. The topics are interesting and thought provoking.

By Ricardo O

Aug 28, 2015

Great course. A very solid and current approach to media. The content has high quality and is well balanced. Value added for sure.

By Tatiana V V

Jul 21, 2021

Very interesting and useful course. Although it was not updated, the information provided is still relevant and useful currently.

By Ramakrishna r

Feb 11, 2019

It's my pleasure to get a chance to take a course which was offered by University Of Chicago. Excellent teaching by Randy Picker.

By Ibrahima D

Mar 27, 2018

A very good course. The presentations were detailed and full of information. The presenter has an excellent command of the topic.

By Azajul I N

May 26, 2020

I really enjoyed this course. This course is highly recommended for everyone. who are interested to know about Cybersecurity.

By Junior V

Jul 20, 2020

Simplesmente incrível. O Mestre Randy Picker é fantástico em todos os aspectos. Estarei em qualquer curso que ele ministrar.

By Eric S

Aug 23, 2020

Very interesting course, good flow, great teaching, on a subject that must be of interest to all. Loved every minute of it!

By Gustavo H

Oct 6, 2020

excellent course, I learned a lot about technological evolution and the application of law to protect the monopoly market

By Phua W C

May 9, 2018

Excellent course. Really informative and learned a lot from Professor Picker. One of the best law courses in Coursera.

By Nay C H

Nov 29, 2020

It's an excellent course that is instructed by an excellent teacher for the ones who have much interest in Media Law.

By Yana I

Apr 17, 2016

Awesome. The structure of the course is very logical and the way Professor Picker guides us through it is incredible.

By Lea B

Dec 19, 2015

Excellent! This course provides a comprehensive overview of the subject matter that is as valuable as it is engaging.