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What did indigenous peoples in the Philippines develop based on local herbs and plants?
What did indigenous peoples in the Philippines develop based on local herbs and plants?
How did indigenous peoples navigate the oceans?
How did indigenous peoples navigate the oceans?
What was the role of traditional healers like babaylan or manghihilot in indigenous communities?
What was the role of traditional healers like babaylan or manghihilot in indigenous communities?
Which of the following animals were domesticated by indigenous peoples in the Philippines?
Which of the following animals were domesticated by indigenous peoples in the Philippines?
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What type of infrastructure projects were built during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines?
What type of infrastructure projects were built during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines?
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Which natural phenomena did indigenous peoples rely on for navigation?
Which natural phenomena did indigenous peoples rely on for navigation?
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What kind of knowledge did indigenous peoples develop for medical care?
What kind of knowledge did indigenous peoples develop for medical care?
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Which period had a considerable impact on the scientific and technological progress of the Philippines?
Which period had a considerable impact on the scientific and technological progress of the Philippines?
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What role did traditional healers play in indigenous communities?
What role did traditional healers play in indigenous communities?
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During which period were public works like roads and bridges constructed in the Philippines?
During which period were public works like roads and bridges constructed in the Philippines?
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Study Notes
Indigenous Peoples' Achievements
- Created irrigation systems, such as rice terraces in the Cordillera region, to grow rice in sloped locations.
- Domesticated animals like pigs, chickens, and dogs for their own purposes.
- Developed their own knowledge and practices based on local herbs and plants for medicine.
- Established traditional healing methods that were passed down through generations.
- Evolved techniques of navigating the oceans, relying on the stars, wind, and other natural phenomena.
American Colonial Period
- The American occupation of the Philippines from 1898 to 1946 had a significant impact on the country's scientific and technological progress.
Introduction to STS
- Science is the study of pattern and order/relationships.
- The scientific world view involves understanding that the world is understandable, scientific ideas are subject to change, and scientific knowledge is durable.
- Mathematics focuses on numbers, form, algorithm, chance, and change, and has universal application.
Nature of Mathematics
- Mathematics is a theoretical discipline that deals with patterns and relationships.
- It is a science of logical reasoning.
The Human Identity
- Humans are complex organisms that can be discussed in the context of human development, learning, health, and as members of society.
Impact of Science and Technology
- Science and technology have a broad and wide-ranging impact on modern society, influencing areas such as politics, diplomacy, defense, the economy, medicine, transportation, agriculture, and social capital improvement.
Human Evolution
- The theory of evolution led to debates about the compatibility of evolution with religious beliefs, particularly with regard to the concept of human uniqueness and the idea of a purposeful creation.
Freudian Psychology
- The rise of Freudian psychology marked a significant shift in the understanding of human behavior and the mind.
Science, Technology, Society, and Nation Building
- The Spanish introduced new crops and agricultural techniques such as tobacco, corn, and coffee, as well as new agricultural techniques like plowing and irrigation.
- The founding of the University of Santo Tomas in 1611 was critical to the advancement of science and medicine in the Philippines.
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Explore the nature of science, the scientific world view, mathematics, and their significance in understanding the world. Learn about the principles of science, the dynamic nature of scientific ideas, and the role of mathematics in providing insights into numbers, form, and change.
