Participatory Democracy, Science and Technology: An Exploration in the Philosophy of Science

by K. Rogers

Overview

Taking insights from the philosophy of science and technology, theories of participatory democracy and Critical Theory, the author tackles and explores how democratic participation in scientific research and technological innovation could be possible, as a deliberative means of improving the rational basis for the development of modern society.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781349356737
Publisher:	Palgrave Macmillan UK
Publication date:	01/01/2008
Edition description:	1st ed. 2008
Pages:	252
Product dimensions:	5.51(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

KARL ROGERS studied Physics and Philosophy at Lancaster University, UK. He received his PhD in the Philosophy of Science from the University of Bath, UK. He is a Research Fellow in Science Studies at Bath University and is the Co-founder of the John Dewey Center for Democracy and Education, Minneapolis.

Table of Contents

The Call for Democratic Participation Substantive Theories of Technology Democratising the Technological Society Participatory Democracy Science and Technology Towards a Rational Society Notes References Index