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STS-5614: Introduction to Science and Technology Policy

Description: A broad introduction to theories and approaches to science and technology (S&T) policy and politics, including their ethical ramifications. History of US science and technology policy, including key S&T institutions and actors, the relationship of science to democratic governance, and the co-production of science, technology, policy, and social order. Other topics include public/citizen engagement, risk, and critical approaches to expertise. S&T policy is also considered in its global, international, and comparative contexts.

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Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: N/A

Required By: N/A

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Crosslist: PAPA-5614

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 8

Average GPA: 3.82 (rounds to A-)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 56.04%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 0.00%

Saul E Halfon202495.8%4.2%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%3.834
Sonja Schmid202188.8%11.3%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%3.814

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