Science, Technology and Society: An Introduction - Rilegato

Bridgstock, Martin; Burch, David; Forge, John; Laurent, John; Lowe, Ian

 
9780521583206: Science, Technology and Society: An Introduction

Sinossi

Provides a comprehensive introduction to the human, social and economic aspects of science and technology. It is broad, interdisciplinary and international, with a focus on Australia. The authors present complex issues in an accessible and engaging form. Invaluable for both students and teachers.

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Descrizione del libro

Provides a comprehensive introduction to the human, social and economic aspects of science and technology. It is broad, interdisciplinary and international, with a focus on Australia. The authors present complex issues in an accessible and engaging form. Invaluable for both students and teachers.

Contenuti

1. Introduction; 2. The scientific community Martin Bridgstock; 3. Responsibility and the scientist John Forge; 4. The rights and wrongs of science Martin Bridgstock; 5. Controversies regarding science and technology Martin Bridgstock; 6. The Industrial Revolution in Great Britain John Forge; 7. Science, technology and the economy John Laurent; 8. Science, technology and economics Martin Bridgstock and David Burch; 9. Science, technology and public policy Ian Lowe; 10. Science and technology in developing countries David Burch; 11. Science, technology and the future Ian Lowe.

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ISBN 10:  0521587352 ISBN 13:  9780521587358
Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 2010
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