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Which of the following is a learning objective of studying science, technology, and society?

Develop a deeper interest in the field of science
Understand the natural world
Identify the importance of studying science
Explain how science and technology relates to a problem of societal concern (correct)

What is science?

A systematic body of knowledge based on observation and experimentation (correct)
A way to understand events in the natural world
A method of discovery and understanding
A study of the natural world

What are the four common characteristics of science?

Focuses on the natural world, relies on evidence, goes through experiment, passes through the scientific community (correct)
Focuses on the artificial world, relies on speculation, goes through simulations, passes through the technological community
Focuses on the social world, relies on opinions, goes through surveys, passes through the political community
Focuses on the spiritual world, relies on faith, goes through rituals, passes through the religious community

What is technology?

A method of discovery and understanding (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who defined technology as a systematic body of knowledge based on observation and experimentation?

W. Brian Arthur (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a learning objective of studying science, technology, and society?

Understanding the four common characteristics of science (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of science?

To study the natural world (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of science?

It focuses on the natural world, goes through experiment, relies on evidence, and passes through the scientific community (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is technology?

A systematic body of knowledge based on observation and experimentation (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who defined technology as a systematic body of knowledge based on observation and experimentation?

W. Brian Arthur (C) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Understanding Science, Technology, and Society

A learning objective of studying science, technology, and society is to understand the relationships between scientific knowledge, technological advancement, and societal implications.

Defining Science

Science is a systematic method of studying the structure and behavior of the physical and natural world through observation, experimentation, and evidence-based reasoning.
Science has four common characteristics: it is empirical, systematic, objective, and provisional.

Understanding Technology

Technology refers to the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry.
Technology can be defined as a systematic body of knowledge based on observation and experimentation, as described by Dieter Olson.

Learning Objectives

The purpose of science is to develop and organize knowledge to explain and predict phenomena in the natural world.
Learning objectives of studying science, technology, and society include understanding the relationships between scientific knowledge, technological advancement, and societal implications, as well as developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.