- Lecturer
- Hope Tom
- Place
- Fri5-6(H102)
- Credits
- Lecture0 Exercise2 Experiment0
- Code
- 99602
- Syllabus updated
- 2015/10/8
- Lecture notes updated
- 2015/10/8
- Access Index
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- Semester
- Fall Semester
Outline of lecture
This project-based course explores current social, ethical and cultural issues in science and technology around the world. The focus is on developing skills in critical thinking and debating from multiple viewpoints, exploring different perspectives around the world. Using materials collected by students, the 窶socio-technical窶 issues of the day are examined closely. Participation in lunchtime 窶弋hink Aloud Lunch窶 sessions is required, emphasising cross-cultural understanding and discussion skills. In class, students select one theme to study in depth and develop a group presentation detailing its differing viewpoints.
Purpose of lecture
The focus of this course is on developing skills in critical thinking and debating from multiple viewpoints, exploring different perspectives around the world. Using materials collected by students, the 窶socio-technical窶 issues of the day are examined closely, leading to broad knowledge on global issues of science, technology and society.
Plan of lecture
Will be distributed in class
Textbook and reference
None. Some reference materials will be given in class.
Related and/or prerequisite courses
Participation in the weekly "Think Aloud! LUNCH" sessions (Wednesday lunchtimes) is required.
Evaluation
Attendance and participation in group research and discussions (50%). A final group presentation (30%) and short (1-2 pages) individual 窶徨eflection窶 report (20%).
