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Do we control technology? Or does technology control us? Or is it a bit of both? Our answers to these questions will influence if and how we approach and use technology. On one side, Instrumentalism would tell us that technology is value neutral and human choices ultimately determine the outcomes. On the other side, Determinism would tell us that technology drives most of our choices and is ultimately the problem.
Join Professor Jeremy Pettitt and Communications student Christine for a conversation that unpacks these crucial concepts,their assumptions and consequences while offering practical suggestions for a more balanced approach to technology in everyday life.
Reach out to me:[email protected]
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Do we control technology? Or does technology control us? Or is it a bit of both? Our answers to these questions will influence if and how we approach and use technology. On one side, Instrumentalism would tell us that technology is value neutral and human choices ultimately determine the outcomes. On the other side, Determinism would tell us that technology drives most of our choices and is ultimately the problem.
Join Professor Jeremy Pettitt and Communications student Christine for a conversation that unpacks these crucial concepts,their assumptions and consequences while offering practical suggestions for a more balanced approach to technology in everyday life.
Reach out to me:[email protected]
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.