Social Determinism

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Understanding Technological Innovation

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Author : Patrice Flichy
language : en
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Release Date : 2008-01-01

Understanding Technological Innovation written by Patrice Flichy and has been published by Edward Elgar Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-01-01 with Social Science categories.

Researchers and students in the management of innovation will find in this book an analytical framework that articulates technological innovation processes and the creation of new markets. The multiplication of examples and cases helps the reader in better grasping the different aspects of the proposed framework. The focus on information and communication technologies is of high relevance: it enables the reader to put present developments in perspective, and this is especially relevant when discussing ascending innovation and the role of users and uses. Philippe Laredo, Universities of Paris-Est and Manchester, Coordinator of the European PRIME Network of Excellence Patrice Flichy takes the reader on a fascinating tour of the literature on technological innovation. Innovation is situated within the frames of functioning and use, offering rich insights into the strategies, tactics, improvisations and learning which occur through time. He emphasises the dreams and musings of inventors, novelists and the popular media to show how they mediate new technological frames of reference. This book offers an excellent synthesis of the literature and an original historical account of innovation with special reference to information and communication technologies. Robin Mansell, London School of Economics and Political Science, UK In Understanding Technological Innovation, Patrice Flichy s interest is in the genesis of technology. He describes the perspectives and interpretive schemes deployed by historians, sociologists and economists in attempts to understand the determinants, including chance, of the particular forms of products and systems that have come to dominate the market and play so important a role some would claim dominant in our lives. It is rare to find in one volume so informed a critique of the essential writings of historians of technology, contemporary sociologists and economic historians. His own special interest lies in the development of information technology and he puts his expertise to good use in revealing and contrasting the different perspectives and claims of these three schools. Louis L. Bucciarelli, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, US Working at the interface between interactionist sociology, history and economics, Flichy provides us with a language for charting the evolution of new technologies, as generic technical capabilities are explored, perhaps inspired by visions of societal change, and become stabilised and attached to particular conceptions of use. He offers us an integrated perspective on technological innovation, addressing the influence of history and social context whilst remaining open to the often unanticipated dynamism and surprises that may surround both these trajectories. This book will provide a thoughtful contribution to current debates. The critical literature review will provide a rich and convenient source for advanced teaching and research training. Robin Williams, The University of Edinburgh, UK How do the social sciences address the question of innovation and the relationship between technology and use? This is the core point of this book which examines critically diverse works, in sociology, history, economics and anthropology, in order to formulate a new approach. This reflection is essentially of a general nature, though the cases used to illustrate the analysis are drawn primarily from the field of ICT. Patrice Flichy studies how the socio-technological actions of the different actors, particularly designers and users, are organized within the same frames of reference. He also introduces a new element into the model by demonstrating how time is involved in technological choices. Understanding Technological Innovation will be essential reading for advanced teaching and research training in the fields of science and technology studies, and media and communication studies.

Building Communication Theories

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Author : Fred L. Casmir
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2013-10-16

Building Communication Theories written by Fred L. Casmir and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-16 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

Concern with various matters related to humans as they communicate has led to an increase in both research and theorizing during the second half of the 20th century. As a matter of fact, so many scholars and so many disciplines have become involved in this process that it is virtually impossible to understand and appreciate all that has been accomplished so far. This book focuses on one important aspect of human sense-making -- theory building -- and strives to clarify the thesis that theories do not develop in some sort of social, intellectual, or cultural vacuum. They are necessarily the products of specific times, insights, and mindsets. Theories dealing with the process of communication, or communicating, are tied to socio-cultural value systems and historic factors that influence individuals in ways often inadequately understood by those who use them. The process-orientation of this book inevitably leads to an emphasis on the perceptions of human beings. Thus, the focus shifts from the subject or area called "communication" to the act of communicating. Finally, this volume offers insight into how the process of human sense-making has evolved in those academic fields commonly identified as communication, rhetoric, speech communication or speech, within specific socio-cultural settings.

Learning And Instructional Technologies For The 21st Century

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Author : Leslie Moller
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2008-12-16

Learning And Instructional Technologies For The 21st Century written by Leslie Moller and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-12-16 with Education categories.

Learning and Instructional Technologies for the 21st Century gathers research which identify models and approaches to improve learning through the inclusion of technology. These papers, from leading researchers and thinkers in instructional technology, begin by refuting the idea that education can be improved through more or better technology. Instead, the contributors emphasize specific, research-based ideas, which re-evaluate learning, reorganize schools, redirect technology, and provide instruction. Acknowledging the critical role of technology, these contributions explore technology's main advantage--its ability to enable advanced learning designs and emerging paradigms as well as to evolve learning interactions. While each paper explores a specific aspect of the role of technology, the collection shares this common theme. Without sufficient consideration to the process of learning and its many facets, technological availability alone will not provide a sustained impact on the educational process. Originating from the first AECT Research Symposium, Learning and Instructional Technologies for the 21st Century will be of interest to researchers and practitioners alike.

Civilization

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Author :
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
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Relational Autonomy

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Author : Natalie Stoljar
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2000

Relational Autonomy written by Natalie Stoljar and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Agent (Philosophy) categories.

Social Determinism

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Author : David Gilbert Lovell
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1975

Social Determinism written by David Gilbert Lovell and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1975 with Free will and determinism categories.

Deviance And Social Control In Chinese Society

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Author : Amy Auerbacher Wilson
language : en
Publisher: New York : Praeger
Release Date : 1977

Deviance And Social Control In Chinese Society written by Amy Auerbacher Wilson and has been published by New York : Praeger this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1977 with Social Science categories.

Papers presented at a conference held at the International Center of Rutgers University, Nov. 29-30, 1975.

Social Sciences

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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2008

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Journal Of Social Studies

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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1940

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Letters

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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1927

Letters written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1927 with categories.