Resumen

JIMENEZ-BARRERA, Yasmani. A Critical Approach to the Principal Theories on Technological Change. Prob. Des [online]. 2018, vol.49, n.193, pp.171-192. ISSN 0301-7036.  https://doi.org/10.22201/iiec.20078951e.2018.193.59405.

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.

Palabras llave : Technological change; neoclassical and neo-Schumpeterian theories; Marxist theory; capitalist accumulation.