12 Questions
What kind of experiences of nature do television networks such as Discovery Channel and Animal Planet provide?
mediated digital experiences
What technology do some zoos incorporate into their exhibits to allow for remote viewing of animals?
webcams
What type of virtual environment has become popular, where real people spend substantial time?
Second Life
What type of robot pet has been a successful seller in stores like Wal-Mart and Target?
inexpensive robot pets
What type of developmental accounts are used to support the idea that replacing actual nature with technological nature has negative effects on humans?
evolutionary and cross-cultural developmental accounts
What field of study is concerned with the new ethical problems posed by developments in robotics?
science
What is the main concern of the European Robotics Network (Euron) regarding the increasing use of robots by ordinary people?
Safety
What is the proposed basis for building an ethical or moral sense for machines?
A utilitarian base
Why do doctors, for example, not euthanize patients to spread the wealth of their organs, even if it means a net positive with regard to survivors?
They have to conform to a separate code of ethics designed around the needs of patients and their rights.
What will autonomous cars do in emergency situations?
Sacrifice the few to protect the many
What is crucial for these systems to be able to do, especially when it comes to their moral decisions?
Explain their moral decisions to us
What kind of technologies are emerging today, aside from Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Augmented and virtual reality, home robots, and cloud computing, among others
Test your knowledge about the impact of technology on human experiences with nature, including mediated digital experiences and simulations of the natural world. Explore the relationship between humans, morals, and technological advancements.
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