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What does the term 'poly' in the context of technology imply?
What does the term 'poly' in the context of technology imply?
Which statement best reflects the concept of science as a field of systematic inquiry?
Which statement best reflects the concept of science as a field of systematic inquiry?
What method is highlighted as a flexible approach in contemporary technological activity?
What method is highlighted as a flexible approach in contemporary technological activity?
How does scientific research contribute to technological innovation?
How does scientific research contribute to technological innovation?
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What is a potential effect of technological unemployment on society?
What is a potential effect of technological unemployment on society?
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What does the social construction of technological artifacts emphasize?
What does the social construction of technological artifacts emphasize?
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Which aspect is NOT part of the total societal enterprise of technology?
Which aspect is NOT part of the total societal enterprise of technology?
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Which of the following describes the impact of innovation in society?
Which of the following describes the impact of innovation in society?
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What is the primary purpose of science as described in the content?
What is the primary purpose of science as described in the content?
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How does technology relate to science based on the given information?
How does technology relate to science based on the given information?
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What concept is explored in the study of Science, Technology, and Society (STS)?
What concept is explored in the study of Science, Technology, and Society (STS)?
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What is identified as a consequence of technological unemployment?
What is identified as a consequence of technological unemployment?
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Which ancient philosopher recognized the low status of engineers in Greek society?
Which ancient philosopher recognized the low status of engineers in Greek society?
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What is an outcome of the research and development phase mentioned in the content?
What is an outcome of the research and development phase mentioned in the content?
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What was a significant action taken by Vannevar Bush in 1947?
What was a significant action taken by Vannevar Bush in 1947?
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What does the study of the social construction of technological artifacts focus on?
What does the study of the social construction of technological artifacts focus on?
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What does the term 'diffusion' refer to in the context of technological innovation?
What does the term 'diffusion' refer to in the context of technological innovation?
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Which of the following describes the impact of technological unemployment?
Which of the following describes the impact of technological unemployment?
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According to the social constructionist approach, what is emphasized in the creation of technological artifacts?
According to the social constructionist approach, what is emphasized in the creation of technological artifacts?
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What role does genetic engineering play in the field of medical technology?
What role does genetic engineering play in the field of medical technology?
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What does the cumulative synthesis of innovation involve?
What does the cumulative synthesis of innovation involve?
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How can deskilling be described in the context of technology?
How can deskilling be described in the context of technology?
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Which of the following best describes the role of unions during the industrial revolution?
Which of the following best describes the role of unions during the industrial revolution?
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What is considered the prime goal of medical technology?
What is considered the prime goal of medical technology?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Science, Technology, and Society (STS)
- STS is the study of how society, politics, and culture influence scientific research and technological innovation, and vice-versa.
- Science explores the natural world to understand facts and relationships, and form theories.
- Technology uses scientific knowledge to create useful applications.
- Medical technology combines medicine, scientific investigations, and laboratory diagnostics to understand and treat human diseases.
Research & Development
- Research and development (R&D) measures the effort made in science and technology.
- R&D encompasses all activities related to creating new scientific knowledge, developing new products, and improving processes.
Origin of STS Studies
- Key figures and events in the history of STS studies demonstrate the discipline's evolution, including Plato, Francis Bacon, Boris Hessen, and the Manhattan Project.
- Significant publications, like John Desmond Bernal's "Science in History," form a part of the origin story of STS.
Comparison between Science-related Discipline and Medical Technology
- Science-related disciplines are general, while medical technology focuses on humans specifically.
- Teaching approaches differ, with science commonly using methods and inquiry, and medical technology using clinical and research settings.
- Impact of the laboratory differs; science focuses on research purposes, while medical tech focuses on diagnoses and disease treatment.
- Study areas vary. Science covers living things, whereas medical tech specializes in human diseases.
Meanings of Technology
- Technology can be thought of as the material products that humans create.
- Technology applies knowledge, methods, and materials for a specific technique.
- Technology is a cultural activity, encompassing various aspects like art, law, and religion.
- Technology is a societal enterprise encompassing techniques, skills, organizations, facilities, and resources.
Meanings of Science
- Science is an organized body of knowledge about natural phenomena studied by thousands of people.
- Science is a field of systematic inquiry in which knowledge about nature is sought.
- Science involves human cultural activities and practices, involving efforts to understand the natural world.
- Science is a total societal enterprise, combining knowledge, skills, organizations, methods etc. to understand nature.
Contemporary Science and Technology: Polymorphism
- Technology and scientific activity in contemporary times come in many forms (flexible).
- Trial-and-error experimentation is a key method for advancements.
- Scientific investigation into materials (natural or synthetic) continues to lead to new applications and technological advancements.
- Examples include nuclear medicine, nanotechnology, and genetic engineering.
Theories of Scientific and Technological Innovation
- Innovation can be thought of as new ideas, practices, or objects.
- Innovation comes from combining existing inventions, analysis, discoveries, knowledge, data, and ideas.
- Diffusion is the process of bringing innovations from conception to use.
The Creation of Innovation
- Innovation creation often follows a cumulative synthesis process involving problem identification, stage setting, insightful solutions, and successful implementation.
- Social constructionists stress how social factors influence technology, its flexibility within the context of human use, and how it’s used in the society.
Influence of STS on Modern Society
- Social institutions play a profound role in shaping how technology is used, affecting labor, unions, and employment.
- Technological advancements, particularly in microelectronics contribute to both technological employment opportunities and technological unemployment.
- Deskilling or Reskilling is a key factor in assessing how technology can affect human work.
Medical Technology as Application to Science and Technology
- Medical technology is a prime example of applying science and technology.
- This application seeks to improve the societal understanding of health, and diagnostics.
- Key concepts in this application are found in laboratory, genetic engineering, gene therapy, professional practice, and diagnosis as well as scientific research.
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Explore the interplay between society, politics, and culture in scientific research and technological innovation. This quiz covers key concepts in research and development, as well as the historical evolution of STS studies and significant contributors to the field. Test your understanding of how science and technology shape our world.
