Mike Richards

Mike Richards is a senior lecturer in the School of Computing, part of the STEM Faculty. He originally joined the OU to help deliver the very first modules over the Internet and has contributed to many modules at all levels of study. He has developed materials in technology law; the ethical implications of computer technologies; human rights and the Internet; the role of social media in shaping our society; computer security; smart cities and ‘the Internet of Things’; as well as robotics and learning through play. Right now, he is looking at how artificial intelligence is changing education – both for good and for bad. Recently, Mike has been speaking to audiences about cyberwarfare and cybercrime as well as the importance of behaving ethically when developing complex systems such as modern airliners.

Beyond the OU, Mike has contributed to a number of BBC documentaries on science and technology as well as speaking at events including New Scientist Live. When he’s not working, Mike enjoys spending time in the Nordic countries and is still trying to learn Norwegian.

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