Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in Science, Technology, and Society (Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in Science, Technology and Society, 1st ed)
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Book Overview
This debate-style reader, now in its 6th edition, is designed to introduce students to controversies in science and technology. The readings represent the arguments of leading commentators and reflect... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:007291713X
ISBN13:9780072917130
Release Date:June 2004
Publisher:Dushkin/McGraw-Hill
Length:372 Pages
Weight:1.20 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
I actually enjoyed this book for class
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
From a student perspective (ie. having to write weekly 2000 word essays pertaining to this book), I have to say my prof made a wonderful decision to choose this book. The topics were very up-to-date and thought provoking. It's nice to discuss the future of robots, cell phone radiation, and have current heated topics in class. I'm sick of hearing about the abortion, death penalty, right to bare arms topics. Students over used those discussions in high schoool. Basically, I give an A+ for the interesting topics.The book is also setup in a very student friendly fashion. Topics are given a 1 page summary relating the pros and cons of 2 writers opinions before plunging into their papers. After the 2 opinions are presented, there is also a page for points to ponder afterward. These two features proved very handy when having to do class discussions over something you read a week before. Skimming for quick recall can be a good thing!Although I wouldn't have bought this book if I didn't have to, I believe it is an excellent choice for profs to use in class.
Great Read
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
This book has some very great issues that everyone can relate to in one way or another. Cound not put it down after starting to read it.
Very thought provoking look at science and ethics
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
The arguements presented are can promote excellent class discussions. Very thought provoking. This is a great book for graduate ethics students and their teachers.
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