Title: Identify consequences of technological developments.
Course: Technology Assessment (21054-36) > Section: Analyzing Technological Impacts

Identification should include consideration of consequences (positive or negative, expected or unexpected) of technology.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are some of the ecological effects of technology? How might they be expected or unexpected?
- What effects has modern media had on society? How might they be desired and undesired? How have planned developments in one area of technology led to unplanned developments in other areas?
- What technological trade-offs have led to advancements in humanity’s growth?
- How has technology led to advancements in energy conservation (i.e., green technologies)?
- How could the consequences of a technology be measured?
- What is the role of risk management in technology assessment?