3 Theoretical Perspectives.on Technology 45 Autonomous Human Controlled Neutral (complete separation of means and ends) ADEs Value-Laden (means for way of life that includes ends) Figure 3.1 Theories of Technology and Society Source: Adapted trom Feenberg, A. (1999). Questioning technology (p.9) New York: Routledge, p 9 Neutral versus Value-Laden The first dimension encompasses theories that view technology as falling in the category of either neutral or value-laden. Theories of neutrality describe technology as separate from human activity and with no effect on natural ends—that is, on the fundamental elements of human nature (e.g., ethics, morality, forgiveness, and happiness). Feenberg argues that this neutraliza- tion of technology hinders any in-depth analysis of social change because “if technology merely fulfills nature’s mandate, then the value it realizes must be generic in scope” (1999, p. 2). Box 3.1 gives an example that demonstrates that technology is far from neutral. In this example, social media platforms are utilized to discuss moral and ethical dilemmas in our society and to inform and mobilize others for a social cause. Are Technologies Neutral? #50dollarsnotSOshades Just before the movie Fifty Shades of Grey was set to be released, a social media campaign was started on Facebook (wa facebook.comy/sOdbllarsnothiftyshades) and Twitter (##50dollarsnotfiftyshades) that encouraged followers to donate fi ty dollars to shelters and institutions that help abused women instead of spend ing the money on a ticket for the movie Fifty Shades of Grey, popcorn, and di : (Couch, 2015). There were three primary sponsors of the ene te a Center on Sexual Exploitation, London [Ontario] Abused Women's Centre, agency Stop Porn Culture. ContinuedPoli 381 Final Exam Dec. 5, 2016 7:00-9:00pm CLE A127 The goal of the final exam is to not only give you the opportunity to showcase what you have learned in this course but also, and more importantly, demonstrate your writing and analytical skills. This is achieved in two ways. The first half of the exam applies these skills through the identification and analysis of key terms. The second half of the final exam asks you to prepare a formal essay in response to a question that links together some of the concepts and countries we have analyzed in the course. Below are the details of what you can expect on the exam. Section I: Short Answers This section of the exam is worth 50% of the total grade for the final exam. Seven (7) of the terms listed below, from your weekly outlines, will be on your final exam. You will have to write on four (4) of the terms. 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