Digitalization and Social Change

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Digitalization and Social Change

A Guide in Critical Thinking

The Arts Library and information sciences / Museology Media studies Sociology Philosophy Technology: general issues Digital and information technologies: Legal aspects Computer-aided design (CAD) Computer networking and communications Artificial intelligence

Authors: Kristine Ask, Roger Andre Soraa

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Language: English

Published by: Chapman and Hall/CRC

Published on: 20th December 2023

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781003821274


Introduction

Digitalization is shaping our everyday lives, yet navigating the changes it entails can feel like trekking into the unknown, where both the possibilities and the consequences are unclear and difficult to grasp. Exploring how digitalization affects all aspects of our lives, from health to culture, this book aims to develop and strengthen the reader’s ability to think critically about such developments.

Content and Approach

Written in a clear and concise manner with reference to science fiction and pop culture, this book presents potent theoretical perspectives for understanding digitalization processes as societal change. Various exercises are included throughout to encourage readers to critically explore digitalization in their own lives.

Audience and Accessibility

Replete with illustrations and examples, this book is an accessible guide to digitalization in the modern societal context, appealing to students at the undergraduate level as well as general readership.

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