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OverviewThis book provides an introduction to the philosophy of technology. It offers a survey of the current state-of-affairs in the philosophy of technology, and discusses its relevance for teaching about technology. Teaching about technology, at all levels of education, can only be done properly when those who teach have a clear idea about what it is that they teach. In other words: they should be able to give an appropriate answer to the question: what is technology? The question of the nature of technology is explored in the philosophy of technology, making this a highly relevant discipline for those who teach about technology. Literature in this field, however, is not always easy to access for non-philosophers. By providing an introduction to the philosophy of technology, this book makes the discipline more easily accessible. The book can be used in introductory courses on the philosophy of technology in teacher education programs, engineering education programs, and by individual educators who are interested in the intriguing phenomenon of technology that is so important in our contemporary society. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Marc J. de VriesPublisher: Springer International Publishing AG Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 2016 Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.454kg ISBN: 9783319814056ISBN 10: 3319814052 Pages: 148 Publication Date: 31 May 2018 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsPreface.- Chapter 1. Philosophy of technology: what and why?.- Chapter 2. Technological artifacts.- Chapter 3. Technological knowledge.- Chapter 4. Technological processes.- Chapter 5. Technology and the nature of humans.- Chapter 6. Ethics and aesthetics of technology.- Chapter 7. Learners’ philosophies of technology.- Chapter 8. Reconceptualizing technology through education.- Chapter 9. Practical issues in teaching about technology.- Chapter 10. Questions and assignments.- Chapter 11. Resources for further reading and thinking.- Subject Index.- Name Index.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |