Situated Action Analysis: Embodied Practices in Sociotechnical Systems

This lecture series covers various approaches to understanding the societal impact of science and technology, focusing on practices, controversies, and network analysis. It delves into how societal influences shape knowledge production, the importance of controversies in scientific activities, and the analysis of sociotechnical networks. The discussion extends to the significance of objects in social-technical assemblages, the discourse of technoscientific promises, and the nuances of human interactions. The lecture emphasizes the need to observe and analyze detailed practices in various contexts, such as the intricacies of crossing a street or the implications of using autonomous vehicles. It also explores the challenges of applying theoretical models in real-world situations and the importance of reevaluating implicit assumptions in innovation processes.