Module #1 Introduction to Philosophy of Technology What is philosophy of technology, and why is it important? Overview of the field and its key concepts.
Module #2 The Concept of Technology Defining technology, understanding its relationship with society, and exploring its various forms.
Module #3 Philosophical Approaches to Technology Examining the philosophical frameworks that underlie our understanding of technology, including determinism, social constructivism, and actor-network theory.
Module #4 The Impact of Technology on Human Relationships How technology shapes our interactions, relationships, and communities, and the implications for our well-being.
Module #5 The Digital Divide and Social Inequality Analyzing the uneven distribution of technology and its consequences for social justice and equality.
Module #6 The Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence Exploring the ethical and metaphysical implications of AI, including the nature of intelligence and consciousness.
Module #7 The Ethics of Automation The moral dimensions of automation, including job displacement, accountability, and decision-making.
Module #8 Surveillance, Privacy, and Security The tensions between individual privacy, national security, and the role of technology in mediating these concerns.
Module #9 The Environmental Impact of Technology Assessing the ecological consequences of technological production and consumption, and the possibilities for sustainable innovation.
Module #10 The Politics of Technology How technology is shaping the nature of politics, including issues of governance, democracy, and power.
Module #11 The Impact of Technology on Free Will and Moral Agency The implications of technological advancements for our understanding of free will, moral responsibility, and human agency.
Module #12 The Ethics of Biotechnology Examining the moral dimensions of biomedical innovation, including genetic engineering, enhancement, and gene editing.
Module #13 Technology and the Human Condition Philosophical perspectives on how technology is changing what it means to be human, including issues of embodiment, identity, and existential meaning.
Module #14 The Role of Technology in Shaping Identity The ways in which technology is influencing our sense of self, including issues of race, gender, and class.
Module #15 The Impact of Technology on Education How technology is transforming the nature of learning, teaching, and knowledge transmission.
Module #16 The Future of Work and the Rise of the Gig Economy The consequences of technological change for the nature of work, employment, and the social contract.
Module #17 Technological Unemployment and the Post-Work Society The implications of automation for the future of work and the potential for a universal basic income.
Module #18 The Ethics of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Exploring the moral dimensions of immersive technologies, including issues of presence, empathy, and embodiment.
Module #19 The Impact of Technology on Democracy and the Public Sphere The ways in which technology is shaping democratic participation, public discourse, and the nature of citizenship.
Module #20 The Philosophy of Cyborgs and Human-Technology Integration Examining the implications of human-technology interfaces, including issues of enhancement, disability, and the blurring of boundaries.
Module #21 The Ethics of Cyberwarfare and Cybersecurity The moral dimensions of cyberconflict, including issues of national security, privacy, and corporate responsibility.
Module #22 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health and Well-being Analyzing the effects of technology on our mental health, including issues of addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Module #23 The Philosophy of Emerging Technologies Examining the ethical and philosophical implications of emerging technologies, including nanotechnology, blockchain, and synthetic biology.
Module #24 Critical Perspectives on Technology Critical approaches to technology, including feminist, postcolonial, and Marxist perspectives.
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Philosophy of Technology: Impact on Society career
