Science, Technology and Society: An Introduction - Brossura

Bridgstock, Martin

 
9780521587358: Science, Technology and Society: An Introduction
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ISBN 10: 0521587352 ISBN 13: 9780521587358
Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 2010

Sinossi

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 around the world. The authors present complex issues, including 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 toward the future. It features 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 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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Editore
Cambridge University Press
Data di pubblicazione
2010
Lingua
Inglese
ISBN 10 
0521587352
ISBN 13 
9780521587358
Rilegatura
Copertina flessibile
Numero di pagine
292
Contatto del produttore
non disponibile
Persona responsabile
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9780521583206: Science, Technology and Society: An Introduction

Edizione in evidenza

ISBN 10:  0521583209 ISBN 13:  9780521583206
Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 1998
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