The Use and Abuse of Vegetational Concepts Ecology, Technology, and Society-All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace / BBC Worldwide Ltd.

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"The balance of nature" is a widely-held belief that ecosystems function cooperatively rather than hierarchically, gradually adjusting for change - a concept that was co-opted by early computer scientists and hippies alike. This program examines that concept and how its mechanistic but ega...

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Corporate Authors: BBC Worldwide Ltd, Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm), Films Media Group
Format: Electronic Video
Language:English
Published: New York, N.Y. : Films Media Group, [2012]
Series:All watched over by machines of loving grace.
Subjects:
Collective behavior.
Cyberspace > Social aspects.
Environmental sciences > Research.
Environmental sciences > Statistical methods.
Information society.
Political sociology.
Science > Social aspects.
Social movements.
Technology > Social aspects.
United States > History > Study and teaching.
Educational films.
Internet videos.
Videorecording.
Online Access: Streaming video (Wentworth users only)
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Summary:"The balance of nature" is a widely-held belief that ecosystems function cooperatively rather than hierarchically, gradually adjusting for change - a concept that was co-opted by early computer scientists and hippies alike. This program examines that concept and how its mechanistic but egalitarian philosophy came to permeate the zeitgeist of the mid-20th century, only to be debunked later on as history proceeded to show that systems without leaders have a tendency to fail. The video features commentary from influential systems scientist Jay Forrester; footage of Buckminster Fuller, who popularized eco-cybernetic concepts; and former commune members discussing the limitations of applying computer theory to interpersonal behavior.
Item Description:Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Films Media Group on February 01, 2012.
Films on Demand is distributed by Films Media Group for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.
Physical Description:1 streaming video file (52 min.) : sound, color, digital file.
Format:Mode of access: Internet.
System requirements: FOD playback platform.
Audience:9 & up.
Access:Access requires authentication through Films on Demand.
Source of Description, Etc. Note:Title from distributor's description.

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