Towards new forms of participatory technology development

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Abstract

Technical change is crucial for sustainable development. Yet, it is unclear what kind of technology policy would suit such development. In this article constructive technology assesment (CTA) is offered as a model. CTA proposes broadening design by bringing together all interested parties early on and throughout the design process. CTA activities are not automatically directed at substantive goals such as those incorporated in the notion of sustainable development. The purpose of CTA is to shape technology development processes in such a way that social aspects are symmetrically considered in the process itself. To evaluate and shape CTA processes three criteria are offered: anticipation, reflexivity and social learning. These criteria are applied to three case-studies to illustrate their usefulness.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)39-52
Number of pages14
JournalTechnology Analysis and Strategic Management
Volume13
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2001

Keywords

  • participatory approach
  • science and technology
  • sustainable development
  • technology policy

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