Philosophy of Technology: Enframing

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BRINGING FORTH is also known as ______ in German.

Gestell

Enframing involves a ______ approach to reality.

calculative

Poiesis is about ______ things in their own right.

bringing forth

Enframing seeks to ______ and manipulate reality.

control

Poiesis fosters a deeper ______ and appreciation of the world's inherent qualities and mysteries.

understanding

Poiesis encourages a more ______, reflective, and holistic approach to existence.

contemplative

The invention of writing systems, such as ______ in Mesopotamia and hieroglyphs in Egypt, played a crucial role in the development of literacy.

cuneiform

Finland is often cited for its exceptional ______ system and high literacy rates.

education

Norway is known for its strong commitment to ______ and high literacy rates.

education

Japan's education system emphasizes ______, hard work, and academic achievement.

discipline

Canada prioritizes ______ and invests in a comprehensive public education system.

education

South Korea has made remarkable strides in improving ______ rates and educational outcomes over the past few decades.

literacy

STS: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & SOCIETY [ BSN 2A ] ˃ [ ________________ SEMESTER ]

SECOND

The country's emphasis on preventive healthcare, access to quality medical services, and high levels of ________________ contribute to lower mortality rates.

education

Mortality surveillance systems track deaths and causes of death in ________________, providing valuable data for public health planning, disease prevention, and health policy development.

populations

Japan has one of the lowest mortality rates globally, attributed to factors such as universal healthcare coverage, a healthy diet rich in fish and ________________, active lifestyle habits such as walking and cycling, and a strong sense of community.

vegetables

Sweden consistently ranks among the countries with low mortality rates.The country's universal healthcare system, comprehensive social welfare programs, emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention, and high standard of ________________ contribute to lower mortality rates.

living

These systems help identify emerging health threats, monitor trends in mortality rates, and evaluate the effectiveness of ________________.

interventions

Researchers are working on genetically modifying bananas to produce higher levels of ______, a precursor to vitamin A.

beta-carotene

This technology has the potential to create crops with ______ traits, such as increased yield or improved nutritional content, without introducing foreign DNA.

enhanced

The biotech eggplant is the first ______ initiated research and the first biotech food crop developed in the Philippines.

public-sector

These breeding techniques involve crossing individuals within the same species or closely related species to achieve desired ______ without directly manipulating their genes at the molecular level.

traits

Wild species that have not undergone intentional ______ modification by humans are also not considered GMOs.

genetic

Organisms with such naturally occurring ______ are not classified as GMOs unless they have been further modified through human intervention.

mutations

Some people remain concerned about the long-term health effects of consuming genetically modified ______.

foods

The concentration of power and profits in the hands of a few biotechnology companies raises ______ concerns.

equity

The widespread adoption of GMO crops can lead to a reduction in crop ______ and the dominance of a few genetically uniform varieties.

diversity

The patenting of genetically modified seeds by biotechnology companies has led to controversies over ______ property rights.

intellectual

GMO crops can cross-pollinate with conventional or wild plant species, leading to the unintentional spread of genetically modified ______.

traits

Critics argue that GMO patents restrict farmers' rights to save and exchange ______.

seeds

This quiz explores the concept of 'enframing' or 'bringing forth', a philosophical concept that views technology as a tool to optimize and manipulate the world for human purposes. It involves a calculative approach to reality, where everything is valued based on its utility and efficiency. Test your understanding of this concept and its implications.

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