Interrogating Innovation

AY2019/2020 Semester 2

By considering the culture and politics of the discourse and practice of `innovation? in state, industry, and academic spheres, this class gives you an opportunity to apply your cumulative social scientific training to contemporary questions of major, local, regional and global importance. By comparing and contrasting American, Chinese, Singaporean, and other models and approaches, you will gain competence in cross-cultural sociological, cultural, and geographical analysis. Overall, you will gain expertise by leading discussion sessions and deepen your knowledge through research on specific themes of innovation.