Learning Objectives

  • Identify social problems related to science and technology.
  • Describe how science and technology are socially defined.
  • Discuss patterns and trends in science and technology.
  • Identify the stakeholders in science and technology.
  • Apply the functionalist, conflict, and symbolic interactionist perspectives to science and technology issues.
  • Apply specialized theories to science and technology issues.
  • Identify steps toward social change regarding science and technology.