Week 2 STS (Science, Technology, and Society) PDF

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY INTRODUCTION  Learning Outcomes: Discuss the general concepts related to science and technology. Explain the scope of the study of STS; and Demonstrate preparedness and readiness in the study of STS. WHAT IS SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND...

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY INTRODUCTION  Learning Outcomes: Discuss the general concepts related to science and technology. Explain the scope of the study of STS; and Demonstrate preparedness and readiness in the study of STS. WHAT IS SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY?  Chapter 1: The Essence of Science The term "science" derives from the Latin word “Scientia," meaning Knowledge. The development was the rise of the Scientific method a systematic framework for investigation to acquire knowledge.  The Scientific Method It is a process that is used to find answers to questions about the natural world around us. They provide an organized method for conducting and analyzing an experiment.  Observe/Ask Question Communication Research the problem The Scientific Method Analysis and Develop hypothesis Conclusions Experiment  2.1 Steps of the Scientific Method 1. Observe or ask a question: State the problem as a question. 2. Research the problem: Read, get advice, and make observations. 3. Develop a hypothesis: Make a prediction about what will happen. 4. Experimentation or hypothesis testing: Plan how you will test your hypothesis.  5. Analyze the data and draw a conclusion: Analyze your data and summarize your findings. 6. Communicate the findings conclusions: can be done by writing a paper, giving a presentation, or publishing your results in a scientific journal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi0hwFDQTSQ  TECHNOLOGY comes from the Greek root word “techne” meaning art, skill or cunning hand. application of scientific knowledge.  SOCIETY came from Latin word “societas” means friendly association with others. A large group of people who live together in an organized way, making decisions about how to do things and sharing the work that needs to be done. How do they interact?  In general STS applies methods drawn from history, philosophy and sociology to study the nature of science and technology and ultimately judge their value and place in society. STS was a result of questions about science and technologies dynamic interaction with various aspects of society. STS seeks to bridge the gap between two traditionally exclusive cultures- humanities and natural science so that humans will be able to better confront the moral, ethical and existential dilemmas brought by the continued developments in science and technology.