Science, Technology, and Society Chapter 1
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What is a primary goal of human resource development in the Philippines?

  • To promote traditional arts and crafts
  • To increase enrollment in agriculture programs
  • To prepare the country for social justice initiatives
  • To enhance the production of engineers and scientists (correct)

Which department in the Philippines seeks to improve science education quality?

  • Department of Agriculture (DA)
  • Department of Education (DepEd)
  • Department of Health (DOH)
  • Department of Science and Technology (DOST) (correct)

What challenge does the Philippines face in science education?

  • Lack of international funding for education
  • High enrollment in arts programs
  • Decreasing student interest in science courses (correct)
  • The abundance of science graduates

What recommendation is expected from the National Research Council of the Philippines (NCRP)?

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Which of the following areas is NOT mentioned as a focus for research in the Philippines?

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What period is described as the Scientific Revolution?

<p>16th century to 18th century (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of societal needs is emphasized in the Philippine government's approach to science and technology?

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Which invention significantly contributed to the spread of knowledge during the Scientific Revolution?

<p>The printing press (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which key issue is cited as a challenge for science education improvement?

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Which field of study was NOT one of the main areas transformed during the Scientific Revolution?

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What concept did humans use alongside philosophy to explain the origin of life?

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What broader regional integration goal does the Philippines aim to achieve through improved science education?

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What essential characteristic is associated with 'Human Flourishing' in the content?

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Which of the following is cited as a growing scholarly activity during the Scientific Revolution?

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During the Scientific Revolution, which movement was fundamentally influential in changing societal views about nature?

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Which aspect of biodiversity is discussed in the content?

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What civilization is noted for its advancements in astronomy and lasted for approximately 2,000 years?

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Which of the following was a major contribution of the Maya civilization?

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What is one of Charles Darwin's most significant works?

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Which factor contributed to Darwin's exceptional observational skills as a scientist?

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What key agricultural technique is attributed to the Inca civilization?

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What type of general knowledge was prominent in the Mesoamerican region even before European colonization?

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In which year did Charles Darwin publish 'The Origin of Species'?

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Which civilization is known for its stone buildings that withstood earthquakes?

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Flashcards

Human resource development in science

Focuses on training more engineers, scientists, technology experts, doctors, and other professionals in the Philippines.

Government science policies

Programs and policies implemented by the Philippine government to support science and technology.

Science education improvement

A challenge in the Philippines, with slow progress from basic to graduate levels.

National Science Complex

A development project aimed at producing research and more scientists in the Philippines.

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ASEAN Competitiveness

The Philippines' aim to improve its ability to compete within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

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Alternative energy sources

A research area focusing on finding new, safe energy options.

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Disease cures

Research aimed at finding cures for various diseases.

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Climate change research

Research focused on understanding and addressing climate change and global warming.

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Scientific Revolution

A period of great change in science, roughly from the 16th to 18th centuries in Europe.

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Information Age

An era focused on the rapid growth and impact of information technologies, especially computers.

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Biodiversity

The variety of life on Earth at all levels, from genes to ecosystems, including many different species.

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Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)

Organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques.

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Nanotechnology

The study and use of materials at an extremely small scale, typically smaller than one hundred nanometers.

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Gene Therapy

The use of genes to treat or prevent disease.

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Climate Change

Significant long-term changes in temperatures and weather patterns.

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Printing Press

A machine used to reproduce text and images, significantly impacting the spread of information.

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Mesoamerican Region

The region in North and Central America spanning from southern Mexico to South America, known for its rich pre-Columbian civilizations.

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Mayan Civilization

An ancient civilization in Mesoamerica that thrived for over 2,000 years, renowned for its advancements in astronomy, calendar systems, writing, and architecture.

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Darwin's Theory of Evolution

A scientific theory explaining that life on Earth has changed gradually over millions of years through a process called natural selection.

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HMS Beagle

The ship that Charles Darwin sailed on during his famous voyage, allowing him to observe and collect data on different species across the globe.

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The Origin of Species

Darwin's groundbreaking book published in 1859, which presented his theory of evolution by natural selection.

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Inca Civilization

A powerful ancient civilization that flourished in the Andes Mountains of South America (modern-day Peru), known for their impressive roads, stone buildings, and irrigation systems.

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Chinese Science and Technology

A rich history of scientific and technological advancements, including traditional medicine, inventions, and discoveries.

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Calendar Systems

Methods of tracking time, including recording days, months, and years, used by ancient civilizations like the Maya.

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Study Notes

Course Description

  • Science, Technology, and Society (STS) is a general education course for tertiary students.
  • It aims to understand the role of science and technology in society and people's lives.
  • It explores interactions between science, technology, culture, politics, and economics.
  • It's an interdisciplinary approach, offering a wide range of scientific and technological issues.

Chapter I: General Concepts and Historical Events in Science, Technology, and Society

  • Lesson 1: Intellectual revolutions shaping society.
  • Lesson 2: Science, technology, and nation-building.
  • Lesson 3: Science education in the Philippines.
  • Lesson 4: Indigenous science and technology in the Philippines.

Chapter II: Science, Technology, and Society and the Human Condition

  • Lesson 1: Human flourishing.
  • Lesson 2: Technology as a way of revealing.
  • Lesson 3: The Good Life.
  • Lesson 4: When technology and humanity intersect/cross.

Chapter III: Specific Issues in Science, Technology, and Society

  • Lesson 1: The Information Age.
  • Lesson 2: Biodiversity and the Healthy Society.
  • Lesson 3: Genetically Modified Organisms: Science, Health, and Politics.
  • Lesson 4: The Nano World.
  • Lesson 5: Aspects of Gene Therapy.
  • Lesson 6: Climate Change.

Lesson 1: Scientific Revolution

  • Science as an Idea: Ideas surrounding nature and the physical world.
  • Science as an Intellectual Activity: Studying nature systematically through experimentation.
  • Science as a Body of Knowledge: Organized/structured knowledge about the natural world.
  • Science as a Personal and Social Activity: Science is a process that involves human interaction and activities to better understand the world.
  • Scientific Revolution: A period of significant advancement in science, primarily in Europe during the 16th and 18th centuries.
  • Factors Driving the Scientific Revolution: Increased interest in learning, intellectual stimulation, and the invention of the printing press.
  • Impact of Scientific Revolution: A shift in societal views regarding nature, leading to advancements in mathematics, physics, astronomy, and other scientific fields.

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This quiz covers the foundational concepts and historical events in Science, Technology, and Society. It explores how intellectual revolutions, science education, and indigenous knowledge have shaped society. Test your understanding of the crucial interactions between science, technology, and culture.

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