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Cognitive Dimensions of Social Science (Psychology)
Author: Mark Turner
Year: 2001
Format: PDF
File size: 10 MB
Language: ENG



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The book "Cognitive Dimensions of Social Science Psychology" explores the intricate relationship between cognition, technology, and society, delving into the psychological aspects of technological advancements and their impact on human behavior and social structures. The author argues that understanding the cognitive dimensions of technological evolution is crucial for the survival of humanity and the unity of individuals in a world filled with conflict and division. The book begins by examining the historical context of technological development, highlighting how our ancestors' use of tools and weapons has shaped our cognitive abilities and societal organization. The author then delves into the concept of the technological imperative, which posits that technological progress is an inherent aspect of human nature and a driving force behind social change. This idea is supported by examples from various cultures and time periods, demonstrating how technological innovations have influenced human thought and action throughout history. The author also discusses the role of cognitive biases in shaping our perceptions of technology and its effects on society. For instance, the confirmation bias, where individuals only seek out information that confirms their preexisting beliefs, can lead to a narrow perspective on the impact of technology, while the availability heuristic, which relies on easily accessible information, can distort our understanding of technological advancements. The book emphasizes the importance of recognizing these biases to develop a more comprehensive and accurate view of technology's influence on society.
Книга «Когнитивные аспекты социальной психологии» исследует сложные отношения между познанием, технологиями и обществом, углубляясь в психологические аспекты технологических достижений и их влияние на поведение человека и социальные структуры. Автор утверждает, что понимание когнитивных аспектов технологической эволюции имеет решающее значение для выживания человечества и единства индивидов в мире, наполненном конфликтами и разделениями. Книга начинается с изучения исторического контекста технологического развития, подчеркивая, как использование нашими предками инструментов и оружия сформировало наши когнитивные способности и общественную организацию. Затем автор углубляется в концепцию технологического императива, которая утверждает, что технический прогресс является неотъемлемым аспектом человеческой природы и движущей силой социальных изменений. Эта идея подтверждается примерами из различных культур и периодов времени, демонстрирующими, как технологические инновации влияли на человеческую мысль и действие на протяжении всей истории. Автор также обсуждает роль когнитивных предубеждений в формировании нашего восприятия технологий и их влияния на общество. Например, предвзятость подтверждения, когда люди ищут только информацию, которая подтверждает их ранее существовавшие убеждения, может привести к узкому взгляду на влияние технологии, в то время как эвристика доступности, которая опирается на легкодоступную информацию, может исказить наше понимание технологических достижений. В книге подчеркивается важность признания этих предубеждений для разработки более комплексного и точного представления о влиянии технологий на общество.
Il libro «Gli aspetti cognitivi della psicologia sociale» esplora le complesse relazioni tra conoscenza, tecnologia e società, approfondendo gli aspetti psicologici dei progressi tecnologici e il loro impatto sul comportamento umano e sulle strutture sociali. L'autore sostiene che comprendere gli aspetti cognitivi dell'evoluzione tecnologica è fondamentale per la sopravvivenza dell'umanità e dell'unità degli individui in un mondo pieno di conflitti e divisioni. Il libro inizia esplorando il contesto storico dello sviluppo tecnologico, sottolineando come l'uso di strumenti e armi da parte dei nostri antenati ha formato le nostre capacità cognitive e l'organizzazione sociale. Poi l'autore approfondisce il concetto di imperativo tecnologico, che sostiene che il progresso tecnologico è un aspetto essenziale della natura umana e il motore del cambiamento sociale. Questa idea è confermata da esempi di culture e periodi di tempo diversi, che dimostrano come l'innovazione tecnologica abbia influenzato il pensiero umano e l'azione nel corso della storia. L'autore discute anche del ruolo dei pregiudizi cognitivi nella formazione della nostra percezione della tecnologia e del loro impatto sulla società. Ad esempio, il pregiudizio di confermare quando le persone cercano solo informazioni che confermino le loro convinzioni preesistenti può portare a una visione stretta dell'impatto della tecnologia, mentre l'euristica della disponibilità, che si basa su informazioni facilmente accessibili, può distorcere la nostra comprensione dei progressi tecnologici. Il libro sottolinea l'importanza di riconoscere questi pregiudizi per sviluppare una visione più completa e precisa dell'impatto della tecnologia sulla società.
Das Buch „Cognitive Aspects of Social Psychology“ untersucht die komplexen Beziehungen zwischen Kognition, Technologie und Gesellschaft und geht dabei auf die psychologischen Aspekte technologischer Fortschritte und deren Auswirkungen auf menschliches Verhalten und soziale Strukturen ein. Der Autor argumentiert, dass das Verständnis der kognitiven Aspekte der technologischen Evolution entscheidend für das Überleben der Menschheit und die Einheit der Individuen in einer Welt voller Konflikte und Spaltungen ist. Das Buch beginnt mit einer Untersuchung des historischen Kontexts der technologischen Entwicklung und betont, wie der Einsatz von Werkzeugen und Waffen durch unsere Vorfahren unsere kognitiven Fähigkeiten und unsere gesellschaftliche Organisation geprägt hat. Der Autor taucht dann in das Konzept des technologischen Imperativs ein, der behauptet, dass der technische Fortschritt ein integraler Aspekt der menschlichen Natur und eine treibende Kraft für den sozialen Wandel ist. Diese Idee wird durch Beispiele aus verschiedenen Kulturen und Zeiträumen bestätigt, die zeigen, wie technologische Innovationen das menschliche Denken und Handeln im Laufe der Geschichte beeinflusst haben. Der Autor diskutiert auch die Rolle kognitiver Vorurteile bei der Gestaltung unserer Wahrnehmung von Technologie und deren Auswirkungen auf die Gesellschaft. Zum Beispiel kann eine Bestätigungsverzerrung, bei der Menschen nur nach Informationen suchen, die ihre bereits bestehenden Überzeugungen bestätigen, zu einem engen Blick auf die Auswirkungen der Technologie führen, während eine Verfügbarkeitsheuristik, die sich auf leicht verfügbare Informationen stützt, unser Verständnis des technologischen Fortschritts verzerren kann. Das Buch betont, wie wichtig es ist, diese Vorurteile zu erkennen, um ein umfassenderes und genaueres Bild der Auswirkungen von Technologie auf die Gesellschaft zu entwickeln.
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