Labor and Technology Studies

Graduate / Professional

This seminar is structured as a laboratory for the study of labor and technology, focusing on recent transformations driven by the digital economy. We draw from several disciplines to analyze readings, conduct scholarly reviews, develop research projects, and discuss various aspects of the academic profession. The topics and discussions are informed by the background and interests of each cohort of students, complementing the instructor’s ongoing research in three areas: the gig economy and the use of labor platforms both locally and internationally, the impacts of artificial intelligence on work and broader policy and governance, and the effects of digital infrastructures on workers and their communities. Permission of the instructor is required to enroll in this seminar. Undergraduates may enroll with the instructor’s permission. F 1:30pm-3:25pm