The Anthropological perspective of technology

Abstract (English)

Technology defines the boundaries of a civilization. The seed of technology grew slowly from the Stone Age in human societies and became the leading path behind the majority of milestones that humans have ever achieved. Fast forward to the era of digitalization, where technology is so deeply intertwined with human life that most human activities are entirely dependent on it. From stone tools to smart tools, humans have innovated and developed technology so reliable that it has become an integral part of human life. In the 21st century, technology is rapidly reshaping the basic structure of human society, which is ultimately impacting human culture and life. But what is the anthropological point of view on the tech-human relationship? How can technology complement research methodologies? What could technology offer not only to Anthropological research but also to learning and experiencing anthropology? How can AI and digitalization help reconstruct extinct cultures, civilizations, and languages? And what are the possible uses of technology in anthropological teaching, and what can anthropology offer to the field of technology? This study aims to explore possible answers to the aforementioned questions. The analysis is grounded in secondary data sources. Additionally, the researchers have employed a non-participant observation method to gather systematic insights and support the findings.