Unit 4: Knowledge, Skills, Ethics, and Human Flourishing

Vocabulary flashcards covering core concepts of Episteme, Techne, STS ethical values, and Human Flourishing from Unit 4.

Episteme

Theoretical, systematic, or explanatory knowledge concerning understanding concepts, principles, relationships, causes, and evidence.

Techne

Practical knowledge, skill, craft, or know-how regarding how to apply understanding to make or accomplish something.

Human Flourishing

Conditions that allow individuals and communities to develop their capabilities and live meaningful, worthwhile, healthy, and dignified lives.

Ethics

The consideration of questions about what is right, wrong, responsible, fair, or appropriate in human decisions and actions.

Integrity

An STS ethical value demanding that information, evidence, and knowledge should be represented honestly.

Responsibility

An STS ethical value emphasizing that people should consider the consequences of their decisions.

Equity

An STS ethical value requiring that benefits and opportunities should be distributed fairly.

Sustainability

An STS ethical value specifying that decisions should consider long-term effects on people and the environment.

Human Dignity

An STS ethical value asserting that individuals should be treated with respect.

Safety

An STS ethical value requiring that actions and technologies should minimize avoidable harm.

Accountability

An STS ethical value dictating that individuals and institutions should be responsible for their decisions and actions.

The Good Life

A condition involving human well-being, meaningful participation, responsible relationships, opportunities for development, and conditions allowing individuals and communities to flourish.

Episteme in Science Teaching

Knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts, principles, and evidence.

Techne in Science Teaching

Practical capabilities involving investigation, experimentation, and laboratory skills.

Episteme in Mathematics Teaching

Understanding mathematical concepts and reasoning.

Techne in Mathematics Teaching

Practical skills in problem-solving, modeling, and mathematical communication.

Episteme in Social Studies Teaching

Knowledge and understanding of history, society, culture, and citizenship.

Techne in Social Studies Teaching

Practical capabilities in source analysis, discussion, inquiry, and community investigation.

Knowledge-to-Flourishing Pathway

A framework mapping how knowledge and practical skills progress through ethical decision-making and responsible action to achieve well-being and human flourishing.

Central Framework of Unit 4

The sequential process connecting Episteme and Techne through Application, Ethics and Values, Responsible Decision-Making, and Human/Community Well-Being to Human Flourishing or The Good Life.