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What is the main focus of the field of Science, Technology, and Society (STS)?
What is the main focus of the field of Science, Technology, and Society (STS)?
Which word is derived from the Latin word 'scientia'?
Which word is derived from the Latin word 'scientia'?
What does the term 'technology' refer to?
What does the term 'technology' refer to?
According to the notes, scientists are responsible for what aspect of scientific inquiry?
According to the notes, scientists are responsible for what aspect of scientific inquiry?
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What is the Greek root word for 'technology'?
What is the Greek root word for 'technology'?
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How does society change in response to science and technology, according to STS?
How does society change in response to science and technology, according to STS?
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Why is it important to study the interaction between science and technology?
Why is it important to study the interaction between science and technology?
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What is NOT a focus of the STS field?
What is NOT a focus of the STS field?
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In the context of STS, how are technological applications of science influenced?
In the context of STS, how are technological applications of science influenced?
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Study Notes
Overview of Science, Technology, and Society (STS)
- STS is an interdisciplinary field that investigates the interplay between modern science, technology, culture, values, and institutions.
- The field emphasizes how science and technology develop, integrate into society, and alter both social processes and societal responses.
Key Concepts
- Science: Derived from the Latin "scientia," meaning "knowledge." It involves systematic methods of acquiring knowledge about the universe through observation and experimentation.
- Technology: Originates from the Greek "techne," meaning "art, skill, or cunning." It applies scientific knowledge to create tools, services, and solutions for tangible problems.
- Society: The term "society" comes from the Latin "societas," signifying a collective of individuals.
Relationship between Science and Technology
- Science does not dictate technology application; rather, its role is to provide knowledge which can be applied in various ways.
- Scientists focus on rigorous scientific inquiry and interpretation, but are not responsible for how their discoveries are utilized.
- The application of scientific knowledge in technology is subject to external influences, including political, governance, and commercial factors.
- Understanding the interaction between science and technology within society highlights the complexity of their relationship and the importance of their study.
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This quiz explores the interdisciplinary field of Science, Technology, and Society (STS). It focuses on how modern science and technology influence culture, values, and institutions, while also examining societal responses to these changes. Test your understanding of the main ideas and details surrounding STS.
