The Social Construction of Technology (SCOT)

The Social Construction of Technology (SCOT) is a theory that explains how society shapes the development and use of technology. It suggests that technological choices are not determined solely by scientific or technical factors but are influenced by social groups, their values, and needs. Different groups may have competing interests or ideas about how a technology should work, and over time, the most socially accepted version becomes dominant. SCOT emphasizes that technology is not created in a vacuum; it evolves through social interactions, decisions, and negotiations, reflecting the priorities of the people and communities involved.