APROXIMACIÓN CRÍTICA A LAS PRINCIPALES TEORÍAS SOBRE EL CAMBIO TECNOLÓGICO.

This paper delves into the main theories on and approaches to technological change, aiming to demonstrate the currency of Karl Marx's precepts in contemporary discussions. Methodologically, the neoclassical and neo-Schumpeterian schools of thought were unified, pursuant to the conventional approach, when it came to technological change, despite their discrepancies; nevertheless, in the Marxist concept, Marx's analyses prevailed over those issued by other authors. The contrast between the two theoretical standpoints was predicated on four fundamental variables: 1) systemic character, 2) the nature of technological change, 3) attitude toward the innovative process, and 4) the scope of the explanation revolving around growth and development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]