Science, technology, and society : an introduction / Martin Bridgstock [and others].
"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...
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| Format: | Ebook |
| Language: | English |
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Cambridge, U.K. ; New York :
Cambridge University Press,
1998.
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| Online Access: | Cambridge Books on Core |
| Summary: | "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."--Publisher description. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (xii, 276 pages) |
| Format: | Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 0521587352 9780521587358 0511620039 9780511620034 |
| DOI: | 10.1017/CBO9780511620034 |