STS 039 - Technology and Imagination

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Subject:

Description:

Explores the meanings of "technology" and "imagination," the ways that technologies stimulate imagination, and the ways that imagination stimulates technological development and use. Draws upon the history of technology and science, literary and cultural theory, and imaginative writing. Readings range from Romantic poets to recent novels. Topics include scientific instrumentation, utopianism, and space travel. Students are encouraged to relate class materials to popular culture, including visual and online media. Limited to 25.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prereq: None

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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