| Description |
1 online resource (292 pages) : digital, PDF file(s) |
| Contents |
Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; List of Figures; List of Tables; List of Contributors ; Preface; Part One Scientific and Technological Communities; 1 Introduction; 2 The Scientific Community; 3 Responsibility and the Scientist; 4 The Rights and Wrongs of Science; 5 Controversies Regarding Science and Technology; Part Two Scientists and Technologists in the Wider Society; 6 The Industrial Revolution in Great Britain; 7 Science, Technology and the Economy; 8 Science, Technology and Economic Theory; 9 Science, Technology and Public Policy |
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10 Science, Technology and the Less-developed Countries11 Science, Technology and the Future; Appendix 1 Surviving in the Information Jungle; Appendix 2 Referencing; Index |
| 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 |
| Notes |
Title from publishers bibliographic system (viewed on 10 Sep 2010) |
| Subject |
Science and state.
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Science -- Social aspects.
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Technology and state.
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Technology -- Social aspects.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Bridgstock, Martin, 1948-
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Burch, David
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Forge, John, 1946-
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Laurent, John
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Lowe, Ian.
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| ISBN |
0511620039 (electronic bk.) |
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9780511620034 (electronic bk.) |
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