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Hugh F. Cline, “Information Communication Technology and Social Transformation” (Routledge, 2014)
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Hugh F. Cline, “Information Communication Technology and Social Transformation” (Routledge, 2014)
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42 minutes
Released:
Oct 9, 2014
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There is no doubt that innovations in technology have had, and are having, a significant impact on society, changing the way we live, work, and play. But the changes that we are seeing are far from novel. In fact, most are a continuation of changes to society and societal structure with roots in the past. So argues Hugh F. Cline, adjunct professor of sociology and education at Teachers College, Columbia University, in his new book, Information Communication Technology and Social Transformation: A Social and Historical Perspective (Routledge, 2014). According to Cline, the technopanics, or strong objections to new technology have happened since the days of Aristotle. In spite of the objections, technological innovations can positively advance societal interests. Mixing history, sociology, anthropology, and technological studies, Cline provides context for the examination of how ICTs are impacting society.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Released:
Oct 9, 2014
Format:
Podcast episode
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