Taking Sides: Clashing Views in Science, Technology, and Society (Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in Science, Technology and Society)
by Thomas A Easton
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Author: Thomas A EastonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2007-08-13
ISBN: 0073515124
Number of pages: 432
Publisher: McGraw-Hill/Dushkin
Book Reviews of Taking Sides: Clashing Views in Science, Technology, and Society (Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in Science, Technology and Society)
Book Review: I actually enjoyed this book for class
Summary: 5 Stars
From a student perspective (ie. having to write weekly 2000 word essays pertaining to this book), I have to say my prof made a wonderful decision to choose this book. The topics were very up-to-date and thought provoking. It's nice to discuss the future of robots, cell phone radiation, and have current heated topics in class. I'm sick of hearing about the abortion, death penalty, right to bare arms topics. Students over used those discussions in high schoool. Basically, I give an A+ for the interesting topics.The book is also setup in a very student friendly fashion. Topics are given a 1 page summary relating the pros and cons of 2 writers opinions before plunging into their papers. After the 2 opinions are presented, there is also a page for points to ponder afterward. These two features proved very handy when having to do class discussions over something you read a week before. Skimming for quick recall can be a good thing!
Although I wouldn't have bought this book if I didn't have to, I believe it is an excellent choice for profs to use in class.
Summary of Taking Sides: Clashing Views in Science, Technology, and Society (Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in Science, Technology and Society)
This Eighth Edition of TAKING SIDES: CLASHING VIEWS IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND SOCIETY presents current controversial issues in a debate-style format designed to stimulate student interest and develop critical thinking skills. Each issue is thoughtfully framed with an issue summary, an issue introduction, and a postscript. An instructor's manual with testing material is available for each TAKING SIDES volume. USING TAKING SIDES IN THE CLASSROOM is also an excellent instructor resource with practical suggestions on incorporating this effective approach in the classroom. Each TAKING SIDES reader features an annotated listing of selected World Wide Web sites and is supported by our student website, www.mhcls.com/online.Substance Abuse Books
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