GEd-109_-Module-STS

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY

Module Overview

• Authors: Abegail L. Gonzales, Erma D. Maalihan, Sherryl M. Montalbo

Table of Contents

• Part I: General Concepts and STS Historical Developments

  • Historical Antecedents

    • Science, Technology, and Society (STS) defined (p. 1)

    • Historical Antecedents in the World (p. 5)

      • Ancient Times to 600 BC (p. 5)

      • The Advent of Science (p. 6)

      • Islamic Golden Age (p. 6)

      • Ancient China (p. 7)

      • The Renaissance (p. 8)

      • The Enlightenment Period (p. 9)

      • Industrial Revolution (p. 10)

      • 20th Century Science (p. 11)

      • Fourth Industrial Revolution (p. 12)

      • Activities (p. 14)

    • Historical Development of Science and Technology in the Philippines

      • Pre-Spanish Era (p. 18)

      • Spanish Colonial Era (p. 19)

      • American Period (p. 20)

      • Commonwealth Period (p. 21)

      • Science and Technology since Independence (p. 21)

      • S&T in the 60s to 90s (p. 22)

      • Hopes in Philippine S&T (p. 25)

      • Current Initiatives in Philippine S&T (p. 26)

    • Paradigm Shifts

      • What is a paradigm? (p. 28)

      • What is a paradigm shift? (p. 29)

  • Chapter 2: Intellectual Revolutions that Defined Society

    • What is an Intellectual Revolution? (p. 31)

    • The Birth of Modern Science (p. 31)

    • Copernican Revolution (p. 32)

    • Darwinian Revolution (p. 35)

    • Freudian Revolution (p. 36)

    • Scientific Revolution in MesoAmerica (p. 38)

    • Asian Scientific Revolution (p. 39)

    • Scientific Revolution in Middle East (p. 39)

    • Scientific Revolution in Africa (p. 41)

    • Information Revolution (p. 43)

    • Activity: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants (p. 45)

  • Chapter 3: Science and Technology, and Nation Building

    • The Philippine Government S&T Agenda (p. 48)

    • In Focus: Batangas State University KIST Park (p. 51)

    • Major Development Programs in Science and Technology (p. 52)

    • Personalities in Science and Technology in the Philippines (p. 54)

    • Science Education in the Philippines (p. 58)

• Part II: Science and Technology and the Human Condition

  • The Human Person Flourishing in terms of Science and Technology (p. 62)

  • The Good Life (p. 69)

  • When Technology and Humanity Cross (p. 76)

• Part III: Specific Issues in Science, Technology and Society

  • The Information Age (p. 89)

  • Biodiversity and Healthy Society (p. 96)

  • The Nano World (p. 108)

  • Gene Therapy (p. 117)

  • Climate Change, Energy Crisis and Environmental Awareness (p. 121)

General Concepts: Science, Technology, and Society

• Definition of Science: Evolving body of knowledge from research and observation generating universal truths.

• Definition of Technology: Application of scientific knowledge in systems and processes that aid human activities.

• Definition of Society: Sum of interactions among humans, shaping their environment and existence.

• Importance of STS: Influence of technology and science on societal problems, including values and organization.

Historical Development of Science and Technology in the Philippines

• Transition from pre-colonial innovations to modern advancements influenced by colonialism.

• Notable eras include the Pre-Spanish period (simple tools, agriculture), Spanish colonial era (establishment of schools, first Filipino professionals), American period (rapid growth in education and healthcare) and contemporary advancements in ST.

Ethical Considerations in Science and Technology

• Discuss the moral implications of scientific advancements including gene therapy, robotics, and nanotechnology.

• Consider how ethical frameworks apply to new technologies and the responsibility of scientists.

Conclusion

• The intertwined relationship between science, technology, and society and the importance of understanding historical context for progress.