From today's headlines to your classroom, SOCIETY, ETHICS, AND TECHNOLOGY, Fifth Edition, explores the cutting edge of technological innovation and how these advances represent profound moral dilemmas for society as a whole. Winston and Edelbach's timely anthology, updated with new readings and introductions, examines the consequences of technological change from a variety of historical, social, and philosophical perspectives. Your students will build a strong foundation in theoretical and applied ethics as they examine critically the social effects of the technology in their daily lives. In addition to highlighting ethical theory, the readings assist students in establishing frameworks for ethical decision-making. New articles examine the impact of contemporary technological advances, such as nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, and social media. Special coverage of the history of technology focuses on ground-breaking developments, as well as the technological underpinnings of contemporary globalization. In addition, the book explores the future of technology in such areas as human rights, overpopulation, biotechnology, information technology, climate change, and the environment. New readings draw on a variety of contemporary social issues and numerous disciplines, from philosophy and sociology to engineering and computer science, while insightful introductions and focus questions guide student comprehension.
