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.
Pathways: N/A
Course Hours: 3 credits
Sections Taught: 8
Average GPA: 3.82 (rounds to A-)
Strict A Rate (No A-) : 56.04%
Average Withdrawal Rate: 0.00%
| Saul E Halfon | 2024 | 95.8% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 3.83 | 4 |
| Sonja Schmid | 2021 | 88.8% | 11.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 3.81 | 4 |