The book explores the interplay between technology and ethics, arguing that technologies reflect their creators' values and can perpetuate biases. It advocates for responsible innovation through interactionalism, a narrative that balances design and philosophy. By examining various philosophical perspectives, the text provides actionable tools for fostering thoughtful design. As technology increasingly permeates daily life, understanding these principles is crucial. It serves as an essential resource for students, scholars, and policymakers in related fields.
Technologies cannot simply be understood as neutral tools or instruments; they embody the values of their creators and may unconsciously reinforce systematic patterns of inequality, discrimination, and oppression. Technology Ethics shows how responsible innovation can be achieved. Demonstrating how design and philosophy converge, the book delves into the intricate narratives that shape our understanding of technology – from instrumentalist views to social constructivism. Yet, at its core, it champions interactionalism as the most promising and responsible narrative. Through compelling examples and actionable tools, this book unravels the nuances of these philosophical positions tailored to foster responsible innovation and thoughtful design. As our everyday lives further intertwine with technology, understanding and implementing these design principles becomes not just beneficial, but essential. This concise and accessible introduction is essential reading for students and scholars of philosophy of technology, engineering ethics, science and technology studies, human-machine communication, as well as policymakers.
