CS213A Technology & Society(202609)
Wilfrid Laurier University•Waterloo, ON
•Onsite
About The Position
The aim of this course is to understand technology as a social practice. It will focus on a number of issues concerning the intersections between technology, science and values from a multidisciplinary perspective including history, philosophy, sociology and women's studies. Topics examined include the nature of technology, technological determinism, technology and gender, technology and expertise, and the relationship between technology and social values.
Requirements
- PhD in Communication Studies or cognate discipline.
- Demonstrated scholarly record in the subject area of the posted course.
- CV
- Candidate Application Form (CAF)
Nice To Haves
- Teaching Dossier (optional)
- Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum)
Responsibilities
- Teach the course CS213A Technology and Society.
- Understand technology as a social practice.
- Focus on issues concerning the intersections between technology, science and values from a multidisciplinary perspective.
- Examine topics including the nature of technology, technological determinism, technology and gender, technology and expertise, and the relationship between technology and social values.
Benefits
- Supplementary Remuneration for marking and grading allowance
- Coordination of large classes or multi-section courses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
