. Discuss whether the internet realises an ideal public sphere, acknowledging arguments both for and against. Habermas, J 1991,
Identify a number of the theoretical models and cultural studies approaches that have developed to understand the relationship between science, technology and culture. Compare and contrast these approaches acknowledging their strengths and weaknesses and how they are applied
What were the cultural effects of the printing press? Please discuss the move from a manuscript culture to a literate one. Eisenstein, E 1968, ‘Some conjectures about the impact of printing on Western society and thought:
. How was the Cochlear implant received by the deaf community at the time of its invention? What were the cultural effects of this medical device?