Philosophy of Technology

Ferre, Frederick

ISBN 10: 013662586X / ISBN 13: 9780136625865

Published by Pearson College Div, 1987

Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 4102005-6

Synopsis:

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.

Review: "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"

Bibliographic Details

Title: Philosophy of Technology
Publisher: Pearson College Div
Publication Date: 1987
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good