Science and Technology in Nation-Building PDF

Throughout history, S&T drive the progress of human civilization. They induce economic growth and social development, thus playing a significant role in nation-building. Nation-building is intertwined with the processes of industrialization, urbanization, and social...

Throughout history, S&T drive the progress of human civilization. They induce economic growth and social development, thus playing a significant role in nation-building. Nation-building is intertwined with the processes of industrialization, urbanization, and social mobilization (Mylonas, 2019). 1. To make a country’s economy firm, viable, stable, and prosperous 2. Encourage a strong sense of national identity 3. Create effective social institution  According to Stephenson (2005): the process whereby simple, low-income, national economies are transformed into modern industrial economies.  According to Stephenson (2005): uplifting the well-being of every individual in the society so they can reach their full potential.  According to Stephenson (2005): defined as an increase in national political unity, political participation, and political stability.  According to Stephenson (2005): the processes that improve the capacity of a social institutions to achieve its goals and objectives. The use of new technologies such as solar panel, wind turbines and generators have improved the way human harnesses renewable energy.  With the used of technologically produced farm machineries such as tractors and harvesters, farmers can efficiently produce more with less manpower, aiming increased yield while using lesser inputs.  Technological innovations offer an opportunity to improve fisheries management practices. Technology also empowers small-scale fishers generating information not just on fisheries but on markets, which allows them to make better business decisions. Science and Technology has greatly improved the sector of communication. Modern communication has made instant using emails, social medias, phones and videocalls. Information technology, artificial intelligence and sensors have the potential to vividly improve all aspects of future military capabilities. Technological advancement has greatly changed the sector of education through digital simulations and models.  Science and Technology has a great impact to rapid development. S&T affect every aspects of life and was regarded as the greatest evidence of modernization. Convenience, simplicity, and easiness in everyday living has been offered by the introduction of modern technology. The absence of modern equipment, in all sectors and or any other field, the advancement and benefits that being experienced today would not have been possible (Pujari, 2016).  In a global perspective, moving on with the flow of modernity determines the nation’s capability to sustain its people’s lives. Such is the influence of science and technology for the development of a nation. Developed countries have mainstreamed S&T in their nation’s development like the Japan and Israel. In many developing countries, science and technology plays an important role in social and economic progress. The importance of science and technology in addressing the national and international issues necessitate the promotion of various S&T programs throughout developing countries. In many developing countries, science and technology plays an important role in social and economic progress. The importance of science and technology in addressing the national and international issues necessitate the promotion of various S&T programs throughout developing countries.  S&T affects the development of a nation. It enhances effectiveness. It supports the development that lead to national progress. Countries have to depend on S&T for national development. The advancement in S&T is synonymous to the modernity of a nation. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!