Chapter 01 - An Introduction To Science Technology _ Society PDF

UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Technology Science Society Significance of STS in the context of global citizenship  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Intended Learning Outcomes Recognize the importance of the STS movement in prom...

UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Technology Science Society Significance of STS in the context of global citizenship  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Intended Learning Outcomes Recognize the importance of the STS movement in promoting science literacy and environmental literacy towards sustainability; Analyze the relationships of science & technology with the local and global societies; Apply the scientific process in the learners’ everyday lives as global citizens  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY? UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Interactions between science and technology and social, cultural, political, and economic contexts which STS shape and are shaped by them; specific examples throughout human history of STS? scientific, and technological developments.” CHEd CMO 20 s. 2013  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS 1. What is your role in our society? 2. Why do you need to learn the natural environment? 3. Why do you need to learn about the artificially-constructed environment?  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS STS Education (Aikenhead, 1994) Reference: Aikenhead, G. (1994). What is STS science teaching. In J. Solomon, & G. Aikenhead, STS Education: International Perspectives on Reform. New york: Teachers College Press.  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS STS educational viewpoints Its prominence in the school science curriculum (Aikenhead, 2003). Ensure the development of a broad – based science curriculum, embedded in the cultural, socio-political contexts in which it was formulated (Fensham, 1985).  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS STS educational viewpoints Students’ engagement with different perspectives on societal issues concerning the impact of science and technology on everyday life (Fensham, 1988).  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Paradigm of STS Teaching & Learning (Aikenhead, 1992) Reference: Aikenhead, G. (1994). What is STS science teaching. In J. Solomon, & G. Aikenhead, STS Education: International Perspectives on Reform. New york: Teachers College Press.  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Paradigm of Society’s STS Teaching response & Learning (Aikenhead, Technology 2 (+) Technology 1 (-) 1994) Science skills- Science Inquiry based concepts Reference: Aikenhead, G. (1994). What is STS science teaching. In J. Solomon, & G. Aikenhead, STS Education: International Perspectives on Reform. New york: Teachers College Press.  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Example Global warming (GW) Societal response Technologies to Technologies leading address GW to GW Science concepts Science skills about GW  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Global Citizenship (GC) & Global Citizenship Education (GCED) GC described: “a sense of belonging to a broader community, beyond national boundaries, that emphasizes our common humanity and draws on the interconnectedness between the local and the global, the national and the international.” (UNESCO, 2014) GCED’s 4 pillars: “learning to know”, “learning to do”, “learning to be”, “learning to live together” (UNESCO, 1996).  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS GCED & Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) (UNESCO, 2013) Key conceptual dimensions of GCED and ESD Cognitive Learners acquire knowledge, understanding and critical thinking skills about global issues and the interconnectedness/interdependency of countries and different populations. Learners have a sense of belonging to a common humanity, sharing values and responsibilities and holding rights. Socio- emotional skills Learners show empathy, solidarity and respect for differences and diversity Behavioural Learners act effectively and responsibly at local, national and skills global contexts for a more peaceful and sustainable world  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Importance of STS UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS April 22 UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS “In the face of an alarming trend toward discrediting scientific consensus and restricting scientific discovery, we might ask instead: can we afford not to speak out in its defense?" MarchforScience.com UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS https://www.campaigncc.org/climate_change/sceptics/hall_of_shame  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS STS as part of Thomasian Identity UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS “On Care for our Common Home” Encyclical Letter LAUDATO SI’ of the Holy Father Francis Expect activity questions integrated with lessons from Laudato Si For more contents on Laudato Si See supplementary materials uploaded in Blackboard UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxC161GvMPc UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Something to ponder… What is the Why are we purpose of our here? life in this world? What is the goal What need does of our work and the earth have of all our efforts? us? UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS  UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) By the United Nations Member States A shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet. 17 An urgent call for action by all countries (developed and developing) in a global partnership. It is recognized that ending poverty and other deprivations must go hand-in-hand Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality, and spur economic growth – all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests. UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS https://sdgs.un.or UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS https://sdgs.un.or UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Some additional social theories that could intervene in the attainment of these goals: UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Social Theories Social Darwinism Is this related to Charles Darwins’ theory of evolution through natural selection? UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Social Theories Social Exchange Theory What is social exchange theory, and how will you contextualize this concept to the Filipino culture? UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Social Theories Social Exchange Theory What is social exchange theory, and how will you contextualize this concept to the Filipino culture? UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Examples of Societal Cases to be resolved by STS UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Shortage of sustainable water UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Illegal Wildlife Trade Image from TRAFFIC UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS Science in the Philippines