Science, Technology, and Society
10 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What determines the boundaries of scientific knowledge that a society can acquire?

  • The advancement of technology
  • The societal norms, beliefs, and moral ideologies (correct)
  • The availability of resources
  • The views of a single individual
  • What is the main goal of creating technology according to the passage?

  • To provide practical solutions to societal problems (correct)
  • To increase economic growth
  • To advance scientific knowledge
  • To provide a means for going backwards
  • What affects the development of technology in a society?

  • The availability of resources
  • The needs of the people (correct)
  • The views of a single individual
  • The advancements in science
  • What is the impact of societal factors on technological progress?

    <p>It influences the development of certain technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason behind the growing demand for electric cars?

    <p>The urgency of concerns related to global warming and air pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between technology and society?

    <p>The continuous advancement of technology affects the way of life of people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of a society's definition of 'acceptable and allowable' technology on its technological progress?

    <p>It affects the development of certain technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor in the creation of technology?

    <p>The needs of the people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of societal factors in the development of technology?

    <p>They play a significant role in the development of technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the quote from Aldous Huxley about technological progress?

    <p>Technological progress has merely provided us with the most efficient means for going backwards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Science, Technology, and Society

    • Scientific knowledge and technological development are influenced by socio-political, cultural, economic, and philosophical factors in society.

    Course Objectives

    • Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of science and technology in society
    • Develop the ability to distinguish between sound and unsound scientific information
    • Exhibit knowledge of scientific and technological innovations and their impact on modern society

    Historical Antecedents

    • Ancient, Middle, and Modern Ages: social considerations changed the course of science and technology
    • In the Philippines: understanding the historical development of science and technology

    Science and Technology and Nation Building

    • The Philippine Government's S&T Agenda
    • Major development programs and personalities in S&T in the Philippines
    • Science Education in the Philippines
    • Selected indigenous science and technologies

    Human Flourishing

    • Technology as a way of revealing human flourishing
    • The good life: when technology and humanity cross
    • Why does the future not need us?

    The Information Age

    • From Gutenberg to social media

    Biodiversity and the Healthy Society

    • Genetically Modified Organisms: Science, Health, and Politics
    • The Nano World
    • Gene Therapy (stem cells)

    Mandated Topics

    • Climate Change and the Energy Crisis
    • Environmental Awareness

    Alternative Energy Resources

    • O-tech Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion

    Science as a Body of Knowledge

    • Definition of science based on previous education
    • Understanding the nature of science and its connection with technology
    • Values that make a successful scientist

    Interaction among Science, Technology, and Society

    • Science, Technology, and Society (STS) refers to the interaction between science and technology and socio-cultural, political, and economic context
    • Understanding the interaction among these three unveils how social, political, and cultural values affect scientific research and technological innovation

    Relationship between Science and Technology

    • Technology is also called APPLIED SCIENCE because it requires scientific information to be formed/developed

    Relationship between Technology and Society

    • The continuous advancement of technology has affected the way of life of people all around the world
    • Technological progress is influenced by the needs of the people
    • Societal factors influence the advancement of technology
    • The definition of "acceptable and allowable" technology affects technological progress

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Description

    This course explores the interplay between scientific knowledge, technological development, and societal context, aiming to foster reflective thinking and ethical decision-making in students.

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser