Lesson 5 - Intellectual Revolutions Pt2

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Lesson Overview

  • Topic: Intellectual Revolutions Pt. 2

  • Subject Teacher: T. Nigel Go

Class Prayer


  • LPU Prayer Before the Class:"Lord of light and wisdom, grant us bright intellect, sound judgment and retentive memory. Help us to study patiently, orderly and diligently to develop our gifts and make good use of them according to your will, as we commit ourselves to Veritas et Fortitudo, Pro Deo et Patria. Amen."

Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

  1. Discuss the paradigm shifts through history.

  2. Explain how the Intellectual Revolution changed human perspectives.

  3. Describe technological advancements in the Information Age.

Information Revolution

  • Definition: Transformation of society and economy driven by the rapid development of information and communication technologies.

    • Gutenberg’s Printing Press (1455)

    • Analytic Engine by Augusta and Babbage (1830)

    • First Telephone (1870)

    • Turing’s contributions during World War II

Alan Turing

  • Contribution: Fundamental role in computer science; refined algorithms and computation concepts.

    • Developed:

      • Turing Machine: Abstract computational model.

      • Turing Test: A measure of a machine's ability to exhibit intelligent behavior.

Mesoamerican Civilization

  • Definition: Diverse civilizations in modern-day Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Belize, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.

Maya Civilization

  • Duration: Approximately 2000 years.

  • Known for:

    • Proficient agriculture (corn, chilis, beans, tomatoes, squash, cocoa).

    • Advanced astronomical knowledge influencing architecture and religious practices.

    • Mayan Calendar: Became famous during 2012 with the end of a Long Count cycle.

  • Achievements:

    • Developed a hydraulic system for water supply.

    • Produced rubber products.

    • Notable in astronomy, agriculture, engineering, and communications.

Inca Civilization

  • Location: South America, near modern-day Peru (12th to 15th century).

  • Notable for:

    • Unique architecture, centralized governance, and sturdy infrastructure.

    • Developed scientific tools:

      • Advanced road systems.

      • Stone buildings resistant to earthquakes.

      • Irrigation systems for diverse agriculture.

      • Quipu: System of knotted ropes for record-keeping.

Aztec Civilization

  • Dominance: Emerged as a strong social, political, religious, and commercial force in central Mexico by the 15th century.

    • Capital: Tenochtitlan

  • Contributions:

    • Mandatory Education: Early form of inclusive education.

    • Development of Chocolate and its cultural significance.

    • Antispasmodic Medication for medical procedures.

    • Chinampa: Agricultural technology for farming.

Asian Civilization

  • Notable Early Civilizations: India and China.

  • India:

    • Origin of Ayurveda, traditional medicine system.

    • Birthplace of major religions: Hinduism and Buddhism.

      • Hinduism: Based on Vedas written by Aryan people.

      • Buddhism: Founded by Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha).

  • China:

    • Known for traditional medicine, including acupuncture.

African Revolution

  • Egyptians: Renowned builders and mathematicians; invented the cubic system for pyramid construction.

  • Significant contributions:

    • Applied sciences in agriculture, metallurgy, textiles, and natural remedies.

    • Utilization of the Nile River for sustaining agriculture and civilization.

    • Engineering innovations: dams, canals, and irrigation systems.

    • Combined mathematics and astronomy to create the solar calendar featuring a 365-day year.

Conclusion

  • Expression of Gratitude: Thank you! See you next meeting.

  • Advice: Study smart!