Coeckelbergh, Mark 1975- creator text bibliography nyu 2020 monographic eng

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xiii, 320 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm Introduction to Philosophy of Technology by Mark Coeckelbergh is a clear and comprehensive guide to understanding how technology shapes and is shaped by society, ethics, and human experience. The book explores key philosophical traditions—such as phenomenology, critical theory, and pragmatism—while engaging with modern issues like AI, climate change, and digital media. It emphasizes that technology is not neutral and calls for deeper reflection on its ethical, social, and political dimensions. Designed for students and newcomers, it also connects philosophy of technology with broader fields like ethics, politics, and art. Part 1: Introduction What is philosophy of technology? Historical background and key figures Part 2: Starting from Theory Phenomenology & Hermeneutics (Heidegger, McLuhan) Postphenomenology & Mediation Theory (Ihde, Verbeek) Critical Theory & Feminism (Marx, Foucault, Haraway) Pragmatism & Analytic Philosophy (Dewey, Searle) Transcultural perspectives Part 3: Starting from Technology Information tech & digital ethics (e.g., fake news, Floridi) AI & Robotics (moral status, human-robot relations) Biotech & Posthumanism (transhumanism, cyborgs) Climate & Anthropocene (geoengineering, redefining nature) Part 4: Going Beyond Linking philosophy of technology with ethics, politics, aesthetics, and public life Mark Coeckelbergh. Includes bibliographical references and index. Technology Philosophy Tecnología Filosofía Filosofía de la tecnología Technology and civilization Tecnología y civilización T 14 C672i 2020 601 9780190939809 (paperback) 019093980X (paperback) 2020300125 YDX 201008 20250617151735.0 21747492 eng