TOK EXHIBITION Object 1: A “Do Not Track” Browser Extension
- Theme: Knowledge and the Knower
- Rationale: This extension, which allows users to prevent websites from tracking their online activities, encapsulates the implications of possessing knowledge about internet privacy. It serves as a prompt for students to discuss the empowerment that comes with understanding digital privacy rights and the potential vulnerabilities associated with a lack of this knowledge. This object encourages reflection on how knowledge, or its absence, can impact an individual’s autonomy, safety, and the ethical considerations of online behavior and consent.
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TOK EXHIBITION Object 2: A Collection of Redacted Government Documents
- Theme: Knowledge and the Knower
- Rationale: Redacted documents highlight the implications of withheld knowledge on public awareness and democratic governance. They provide a basis for discussing the power dynamics involved in knowledge access, the ethical considerations of transparency versus security, and how the absence of complete information can shape public perception and trust. This object encourages students to explore the impact of having, or not having, knowledge on civic engagement and societal trust in institutions.