Technologies of Knowing: A Proposal for the Human Sciences

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The book explores the paradox of information overload in the digital age, where the vast amount of data complicates understanding rather than clarifying it. John Willinsky highlights the challenges faced by both the public and scientists, using breast cancer research as a case study of how conflicting information can hinder progress. Through a thought experiment involving a fictional corporation that centralizes and processes social science data, he envisions a model that could enhance public knowledge and fulfill the potential of human sciences and technology.