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An introductory survey that explains the fundamental concerns and methods of philosophy and then guides readers through a philosophical inquiry into some of the major issues surrounding technology's impact on our lives.
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"An able introduction for beginning students who exemplify in the context of their own lives . . . the need for the philosophy of technology. . . . Ferre raises more questions than gives answers, gently but unmistakably prompting both teacher and student to expand the horizon in inquiry into the questions concerning technology."--"Contemporary Philosophy"
"This is a wonderful introduction to the philosophy of technology--and indeed, to the understanding of philosophy itself, as well as to the study of the meaning, purpose, and results of technological changes. Ferre demonstrates that philosophy/technology relationships are constantly changing--and he makes this into a lively field which will continue to stimulate thought."--Melvin Kranzberg, Georgia Institute of Technology
"This book provides reflective background for the informed development of a philosophy of technology education. This in turn can help us move from the technological transformation of education toward the educational transformation of technology."--"Journal of Educational Technology"
This is a wonderful introduction to the philosophy of technology--and indeed, to the understanding of philosophy itself, as well as to the study of the meaning, purpose, and results of technological changes. Ferre demonstrates that philosophy/technology relationships are constantly changing--and he makes this into a lively field which will continue to stimulate thought.--Melvin Kranzberg "Georgia Institute of Technology "
An able introduction for beginning students who exemplify in the context of their own lives . . . the need for the philosophy of technology. . . . Ferre raises more questions than gives answers, gently but unmistakably prompting both teacher and student to expand the horizon in inquiry into the questions concerning technology.--"Contemporary Philosophy"
This book provides reflective background for the informed development of a philosophy of technology education. This in turn can help us move from the technological transformation of education toward the educational transformation of technology.--"Journal of Educational Technology"
About the Author
Frederick Ferre is Research Professor of Philosophy at the University of Georgia. His many books include "Ethics and Environmental Policy: Theory meets Practice" (Georgia), which he coedited with Peter Hartel, and "Hellfire and Lightning Rods: Liberating Science, Technology, and Religion."
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- PublisherPrentice Hall
- Publication date1988
- ISBN 10 013662586X
- ISBN 13 9780136625865
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages147
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Softcover. Condition: Very Good. In this widely taught introductory survey, Frederick Ferré explains the fundamental concerns and methods of philosophy and then guides readers through a philosophical inquiry into some of the major issues surrounding technology's impact on our lives.The first half of the book concentrates on key definitions and epistemological issues, including an overview of philosophy as applied to technology, a definition of technology, and an examination of technology as it relates to practical and theoretical intelligence--especially how high technology relates to modern science and how science depends on technical craft. The second half addresses the problems of living with technology. Ferré contrasts Karl Marx's and Buckminster Fuller's "bright" visions of technology and modern existence with the "somber" visions of Martin Heidegger and Herbert Marcuse. Next, in offering direction for an ethical assessment of technology, Ferré poses questions about workplace automation, computers, and more. Seller Inventory # SKU2010025248
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