Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in Science, Technology, and Society - Couverture souple

Easton, Thomas

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 007291713X ISBN 13 : 9780072917130

Editeur : McGraw Hill Higher Education, 2004

Synopsis

This debate-style reader, now in its sixth edition, is designed to introduce students to controversies in science and technology. The readings represent the arguments of leading commentators and reflect a variety of viewpoints and are staged as "pro" and "con" debates. Issues are grouped around the following themes: the place of science and technology in society; the environment; the cutting edge of technology; the computer revolution; and ethics.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Taking Sides volumes present current controversial issues in a debate-style format designed to stimulate student interest and develop critical thinking skills. Each issue is thoughtfully framed with an issue summary, an issue introduction, and a postscript or challenge questions. Taking Sides readers feature an annotated listing of selected World Wide Web sites. An online Instructor’s Resource Guide with testing material is available for each volume. Using Taking Sides in the Classroom is also an excellent instructor resource. Visit www.mhhe.com/takingsides for more details.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: McGraw Hill Higher Education
• Date d'édition: 2004
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 007291713X
• ISBN 13: 9780072917130
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 6
• Nombre de pages: 400
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible