Science, Technology, and Society (SCITECH) Midterm Review

Vocabulary practice flashcards covering Human Flourishing, Scientific Thinking, Philippine Science and Technology History, Filipino Inventors and Innovations, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Ethics, and Key Philippine Laws.

Human Flourishing

Living a meaningful, fulfilling, and virtuous life involving moral excellence and intellectual growth, which goes beyond wealth, fame, and material success.

Eudaimonia

The term used by Aristotle to describe human flourishing, representing true happiness achieved through a life of virtue and excellence.

Aristotle

An ancient philosopher who believed that all human activities aim at some good and posited that true happiness is achieved through a life of virtue and excellence.

Intellectual Virtue

A form of virtue developed through education, learning, and instruction, exemplified by wisdom, knowledge, and critical thinking.

Moral Virtue

A form of virtue developed through practice and habit, exemplified by honesty, courage, responsibility, and kindness.

Science

The process of observing, questioning, testing ideas, gathering evidence, and solving problems.

Doing Science

The sequential scientific process encompassing observation, asking questions, forming hypotheses, experimentation, collecting evidence, and drawing conclusions.

Richard Feynman

A Nobel Prize-winning physicist who promoted curiosity, experimentation, and critical thinking, viewing science as questioning, exploring, and experimenting.

Four Pillars of Scientific Thinking

The four foundational components of scientific reasoning: curiosity, skepticism, evidence-based reasoning, and open-mindedness.

Pre-Spanish Period

The era in Philippine history characterized by indigenous science and technology practices including farming, fishing, boat building, herbal medicine, astronomy, and navigation.

Spanish Period

The period in Philippine history distinguished by the establishment of formal schools and the introduction of formal education.

American Period

The period in Philippine history marked by improved public education, the establishment of research institutions, and the promotion of scientific research.

DOST Scholarship Program

A government scholarship program that develops skilled scientists and professionals to strengthen scientific manpower in the Philippines.

Balik Scientist Program

An initiative that encourages Filipino scientists abroad to return and bring their scientific expertise back to the Philippines.

School Broadband Programs

Programs designed to improve technology access within schools and support digital learning.

STEM Education

Education focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, with the purpose of developing scientific literacy and preparing future scientists and innovators.

Research and Development (R&D)

Activities that promote innovation, solve national problems, advance scientific knowledge, and improve competitiveness.

Dr. Fe del Mundo

A pioneer of Pediatrics in the Philippines who invented the Bamboo Incubator.

Dr. Gregorio Zara

A Filipino scientist and inventor who invented the videophone.

Dr. Ramon C. Barba

A Filipino scientist who developed the Mango Flower Induction Method to increase mango production.

Roberto Del Rosario

A Filipino inventor who created the Karaoke Sing-Along System (SAS).

Maria Y. Orosa

A Filipino inventor and food scientist who created Banana Ketchup and promoted food preservation technologies.

Bamboo Incubator

A medical device invented by Dr. Fe del Mundo designed to help premature infants in rural communities.

Artificial Coral Reefs

Man-made structures deployed to restore marine habitats and improve fish populations.

Alternative Fuel Research

Scientific research aimed at reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

Robotics

A branch of engineering and science that deals with the design, construction, operation, and application of robots.

Isaac Asimov

The science fiction author and thinker who formulated the Three Laws of Robotics.

Human Oversight

An ethical principle in AI and robotics dictating that human beings must retain control over important decisions.

Transparency (AI and Robotics)

An ethical standard requiring artificial intelligence systems to be understandable and explainable.

Accountability (AI and Robotics)

An ethical guideline requiring responsible persons to answer for the actions and outcomes of AI systems.

Privacy (AI and Robotics)

An ethical consideration centered on the protection of personal information from misuse or unauthorized access.

Fairness (AI and Robotics)

An ethical requirement ensuring that artificial intelligence systems provide equal treatment without bias.

Safety and Security (AI and Robotics)

An ethical pillar in AI and robotics dedicated to preventing physical or digital harm to people.

Job Displacement

A socio-economic issue arising when automation and robotics replace human workers in the labor force.

Autonomous Decision-Making

A capability wherein artificial intelligence makes determinations and executes actions with little or no human intervention.

Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173)

A Philippine statute designed to protect personal data and privacy rights.

Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 (RA 10175)

A Philippine law that criminalizes digital offenses such as hacking, identity theft, cyberbullying, and other online crimes.

E-Commerce Act of 2000 (RA 8792)

A Philippine law that regulates electronic transactions and legally recognizes electronic documents and electronic signatures.