Technology, Values, and Society : Social Forces in Technological Change
5 Revised edition
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
Book Series
American University Studies
ISBN-10
1433101890
ISBN-13
9781433101892
Edition
5 Revised edition
Publisher
Peter Lang Publishing Inc
Imprint
Peter Lang Publishing Inc
Country of Manufacture
US
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Nov 21st, 2007
Print length
160 Pages
Weight
222 grams
Dimensions
15.50 x 22.90 x 0.80 cms
Product Classification:
Society & culture: generalSociologyPopulation & demographyBehavioural theory (Behaviourism)
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Technology is not value-free; nor does it exist in a vacuum. It needs a social basis – technology is affected by society and influences it. Technology, Values, and Society illustrates this using an examination of cross-cultural case studies representing simple, intermediate, and complex societies. Certain forms of technology exist when conducive values and structures sustain them. However, this relationship is not one-way. Technological changes do precipitate social and value changes. It is impossible to sustain egalitarian values in a society involving technology based on hierarchical relationships. Understanding this connection is vital if we are to keep some control over the way in which technology affects us. This revised edition brings the topic to life for both faculty and students.
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