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Publication Date: 1987
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Decision Theory and the Governance of Technology.
Woodhouse, Edward J.
Teaching Political Science, v14 n4 p171-78 Sum 1987
Provides an overview of the decision making process for science and technology. Finds that government agencies and officials are not the major decision makers. Examines obstacles to achieving intelligent decisions when policy makers are scientists, business executives, and consumers. Concludes with five strategies for improving technological decision making. (JDH)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Government Role, Higher Education, Politics, Public Policy, Science and Society, Technology
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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