The Promise and Perils of Technology

This captivating series, based on STEM principles, helps
readers take an active role in exploring emerging technologies, explaining what
the technologies are as well as examining the potentials and risks of each
book's topic. Each volume assesses the ethical issues related to the subject and
how these technologies may impact readers, especially teenagers in their daily
lives, in both positive and negative ways. This illuminating set helps readers
understand why each technology, whether it's artificial intelligence or virtual
reality, should matter to them.

• Blends timely subject matter with real STEM
principles

• Complements the mandates of the Next Generation Science
Standards and ISTE Standards in Technology for students so that they engage in
safe, legal, and ethical behavior online and while using networked devices

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Concepts include managing personal data to maintain digital privacy and
security, understanding basic concepts of tech operations, and demonstrating
competency in innovative fields

• Includes debates of the ethical
implications of scientific and technological developments