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Introduction to Science and Technology Studies
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Introduction to Science and Technology Studies

History of STS, Khun's theory and overview of three articles
Created byMiyabi Nowzari
Last updated 1/2025
English
English

What you'll learn

  • Be able to see new perspectives in science and technologies
  • Be able to conduct more ethical practice of science and engineering
  • Be able to critically view science and technologies
  • Be able to understand the nature of the social construction of science and technology

Course content

3 sections • 8 lectures • 52m total length

  • Introduction2:11

    This is an introduction video to explain what science and technology study is and how it can benefit those who are in science, engineering and involved in technology.

  • Quiz for Introduction
  • History of STS8:55

    This video provides a brief overview of the history of Science and Technology Studies (STS). It aims to offer insights into why STS emerged, its primary areas of inquiry, and the types of topics currently being explored and published.

  • Quiz for History of STS
  • The Structure of Scientific Revolutions6:14

    This video provides a brief overview of Kuhn's theory presented in The Structure of Scientific Revolutions. Since the book can be challenging to grasp, I’ve summarized the key points in a way that’s easy to understand.

  • Quiz for The Structure of Scientific Revolutions

Requirements

  • Anyone who is open to learning a new topic

Description

This course serves as an introduction to Science and Technology Studies also known as STS. It is a relatively new interdisciplinary field that examines science and technology within historical, cultural, and societal contexts. By uncovering the social constructions of science and technology, STS offers fresh perspectives, enhances critical thinking, and encourages more ethical and inclusive considerations for researchers, professionals, policymakers, and educators working in these fields.

The course is divided into three main sections:

  1. Introduction
    The first section traces the evolution of the field, providing foundational knowledge. It also introduces Kuhn's theory of scientific paradigms. Kuhn's theory is one of the most widely cited theories beyond the STS discipline.

  2. STS at Work
    The second section explores three articles by STS scholars, ranging from a classic work to a more recent publication. This section delves deeper into the field, demonstrating how STS scholars uncover the social dimensions of science and technology.

  3. Course Completion (Further Learning)
    The final section offers resources to help you continue your study and stay updated with developments in STS.

This course is suitable for anyone curious about a new academic field. It is particularly beneficial for scientists, medical professionals, engineers and policy makers who may not have previously encountered this discipline.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone who is open to learning, but especially recommended for those involved in science and technology

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