Tue, 10 Jul 2007
STSC 060: Nerds in America: Technological Enthusiasm in American History
Technological enthusiasm has served as a cornerstone of American economic, social, and political life since the founding of the Republic. From Thomas Edison to Bill Gates, the inventor hero has achieved an almost mythical stature in contemporary culture. In this course we will explore the history of the "nerd" -- and the central role of technology in American life past and present -- from a variety of historical and popular culture perspectives.
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