IDS403 1-1 Discussion-Meaning of Technology latest 2017 october

1-1 Discussion: Meaning of Technology

In the article titled “The Social Construction of Facts and Artifacts,” Pinch and Bijker suggest that in order to truly understand the relationship between humans and technology, one must focus on the meaning given to technologies by those who design, develop, and use them. For this week’s discussion, post a 2- to 3-paragraph analysis in which you select a technology, analyze the meaning that it has to a specific group of people, and discuss the implications that meaning has for understanding the technology. Support your argument with evidence from the learning resources using appropriate APA standards.

Your response to your classmates’ posts should successfully accomplish one or more of the following:

Extend the discussion by providing additional thoughts or examples.

Ask a probing question or challenge something in their post that you believe needs more explanation or discussion.