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Securing Digital Democracy: Protect Election Integrity

Learn about the security risks and potential of electronic and internet voting in this comprehensive course on digital democracy.

Learn about the security risks and potential of electronic and internet voting in this comprehensive course on digital democracy.

Explore the critical intersection of technology and democracy in this comprehensive course on securing digital voting systems. Gain essential knowledge about the security risks and future potential of electronic and Internet voting. The course covers the evolution of election technologies, from early paper ballots to modern electronic systems, and examines the complex challenges in ensuring secure, accessible, and verifiable elections. You'll learn about voter registration, authentication methods, and strategies to guard against tampering. The curriculum also addresses human factors in voting system design, the controversies surrounding Internet voting, and the latest developments in end-to-end verifiable voting systems. By the end of the course, you'll have a well-rounded understanding of the technical, policy, and societal issues surrounding digital democracy.

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Securing Digital Democracy: Protect Election Integrity

This course includes

14 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

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What you'll learn

  • Understand the security challenges in electronic and internet voting systems

  • Analyze the evolution of voting technologies and their impact on election integrity

  • Explore vulnerabilities in various voting systems and strategies to mitigate risks

  • Evaluate the trade-offs between security, accessibility, and usability in voting technology

  • Gain insights into voter registration, authentication, and anti-tampering measures

  • Examine case studies of voting systems from around the world

Skills you'll gain

Cybersecurity
Election Technology
Voting Systems
Electronic Voting
Internet Voting
Security Auditing
Policy Analysis
Usability Design

This course includes:

7.1 Hours PreRecorded video

5 assignments,1 peer review

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

FullTime access

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There are 5 modules in this course

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the security challenges and technological advancements in modern voting systems. Students will gain insights into the evolution of election technologies, from paper ballots to electronic voting machines and internet voting platforms. The curriculum covers critical aspects such as security requirements for voting, vulnerabilities in electronic systems, and methods for ensuring election integrity. Key topics include voter registration and authentication, tamper-resistant designs, usability considerations, and the controversies surrounding internet voting. The course also delves into international case studies, post-election auditing techniques, and emerging technologies like end-to-end verifiable voting. By examining both technical and policy perspectives, students will develop a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved in securing digital democracy.

Voting as a Security Problem

Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete

Computers at the Polls

Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete

Security Procedures and Voting Around the World

Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete

Human Factors and Internet Voting

Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete

New Technology and Policy

Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete

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Instructor

J. Alex Halderman
J. Alex Halderman

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15,231 Students

2 Courses

Leading Authority on Electronic Voting Security

J. Alex Halderman is an Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Michigan, where he focuses on computer security and technology-related public policy. His research encompasses critical issues such as software security, data privacy, electronic voting, and cybercrime, along with the technological aspects of intellectual property law and government regulation. A recognized expert in electronic voting security, Halderman has made significant contributions, including demonstrating the first voting machine virus and exposing election security vulnerabilities in both California and India. In a notable project, he led a team that successfully hacked into Washington D.C.'s Internet voting system, showcasing his commitment to enhancing electoral integrity.

Securing Digital Democracy: Protect Election Integrity

This course includes

14 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

Audit For Free

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