The course unravels varied theoretical frameworks and methods of technology foresight, technology assessment and future-oriented technology analysis. The key concepts and historical trajectories of technology foresight are depicted and critically reflected upon. During the course, students will analyse selected emerging technology cases. The case analyses show how strategic futures thinking and innovation practices are connected to technological development, and how different spatial and organisational contexts affect emergence of technologies. The case analyses will be presented in a seminar at the end of the course.

  • Teacher: Toni Ahlqvist