Science, Technology and Society: An Introduction - Couverture rigide

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

 
9780521583206: Science, Technology and Society: An Introduction
Couverture rigide
ISBN 10 : 0521583209 ISBN 13 : 9780521583206
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 1998

Synopsis

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.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

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.

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
1998
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0521583209
ISBN 13 
9780521583206
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
292
Coordonnées du fabricant
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Personne responsable
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