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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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This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the human, social and economic aspects of science and technology. It is broad and interdisciplinary, using examples from Australia and around the world. The authors present complex issues in an accessible and engaging form. Topics include ethics, responsibility and controversies in science; the relationship of science and technology to economics and public policy; the Industrial Revolution; science and technology in developing countries, and in the future. Invaluable for both students and teachers.
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- PublisherCambridge University Press
- Publication date1998
- ISBN 10 0521587352
- ISBN 13 9780521587358
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages292
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