Science, Technology and Society
An Introduction
Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Sociology, Biography & Memoir, Historical
| Author: | Martin Bridgstock, David Burch, John Forge, John Laurent, Ian Lowe | ISBN: | 9781139930499 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press | Publication: | March 28, 1998 |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Martin Bridgstock, David Burch, John Forge, John Laurent, Ian Lowe |
| ISBN: | 9781139930499 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Publication: | March 28, 1998 |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press |
| Language: | English |
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the human, social and economic aspects of science and technology. It examines a broad range of issues from a variety of perspectives, using examples and experiences from Australia and around the world. The authors present complex issues in an accessible and engaging form. Topics include the responsibilities of scientists, ethical dilemmas and controversies, the Industrial Revolution, economic issues, public policy, and science and technology in developing countries. The book ends with a thoughtful and provocative look towards the future. It includes extensive guides to further reading, as well as a useful section on information searching skills. This book will provoke, engage, inform and stimulate thoughtful discussion about culture, society and science. Broad and interdisciplinary, it will be of considerable value to students and teachers.
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the human, social and economic aspects of science and technology. It examines a broad range of issues from a variety of perspectives, using examples and experiences from Australia and around the world. The authors present complex issues in an accessible and engaging form. Topics include the responsibilities of scientists, ethical dilemmas and controversies, the Industrial Revolution, economic issues, public policy, and science and technology in developing countries. The book ends with a thoughtful and provocative look towards the future. It includes extensive guides to further reading, as well as a useful section on information searching skills. This book will provoke, engage, inform and stimulate thoughtful discussion about culture, society and science. Broad and interdisciplinary, it will be of considerable value to students and teachers.
