• Tenner, E.1996. Why Things Bite Back: Technology and the Revenge of Unintended Consequences. Vintage Books, New York.

• Monsma, S.V., ed. 1986. Responsible Technology: A Christian Perspective. Wm. B. Eerdmans, Grand Rapids, MI.

• Groothuis, D. 1997. The Soul in Cyberspace. (Link to more of Dr. Groothius writings)

• Kellert, S. R. & T. J. Farnham (eds.) 2002. The Good in Nature and Humanity: Connecting Science, Religion, and Spirituality With the Natural World . Island Press.

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• Assigned readings from current literature and other sources

Active Participation

30% of grade

Class participation is an essential component of this course. You will be expected to contribute in class by listening, participating in discussions and group exercises, submitting a meaningful contribution to the on-line Techno-Talk Discussion at least twice per week, participating in and completing assignments both during and outside of class, and submitting a thoughtful and honest one page final self-evaluation of your contribution to and effort in the class.

Reading

30% of grade

Reading about technology forms a central core of the learning in the class. You should complete reading assignments prior to class.

A weekly reading focus response posted to the class Focus Question Forum will facilitate both reading and class discussion. Once per week a focus question will be posted. After completing the week's reading assignments, you will write an informed response/reaction to the question in which you clearly document how the reading has helped you to an understanding of the concepts involved.

Research
&
Integration

40% of grade

A research project will require you to apply and integrate your learning to a specific technology, by examining the historical, societal, environmental, and future implications of the technology.

• One page project synopsis submitted by Nov. 16 (week 3)
• Executive Summary and Project Presentation Due Dec. 7 (week 5)
• Completed Projects due on Dec. 14 (one week following the last class session)

Participation

Participation is required. Participation will mean attending all five class sessions, completing the required reading, writing, and research assignments, and participating in online discussions and assignments. If a class session is missed, a make up assignment covering the missed material will be required.

Assignments

I expect all assignments to be turned in on time. Late assignments will not be accepted (exceptions for emergencies only). I also expect all assignments to be completed as directed and reserve the right to return papers ungraded that do not adhere to requirements.

Honesty

The Bethel policies on academic honesty (http://bethelnet.bethel.edu/collegefaculty/Policies/honesty.htm) and computer integrity (http://www.bethel.edu/its/Policies/net_use_pol.html) apply to this course.

Problems

Any problems or complaints that you have either about the course or the instructor should be handled in the following manner. (1) Communicate your concern clearly to the instructor as a first step. (2) If you are not satisfied with the instructor's resolution of your concern, talk to John Gunther, Director of Academic Services. (3) If you are still not satisfied, then you should make an appointment to communicate your concerns to the Dr. Carl Polding, Dean of The College of Adult & Professional Studies. If this procedure is not followed, the rights and freedoms of both the instructor and student are potentially violated.