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    Science,

    Technology,
    and
    Society.
    Science
     System of knowledge of the natural world gained thru
    scientific method.
     Originally called “philosophy of the natural world”.
     “philosophers of nature”- their call for the first scientist
    Tasks:
    ➢ to observe the world and beyond
    ➢ to discover what makes materials the same
    and what makes them different. (How is a
    tree not a flower and a flower not a rock?)
    Science

     A way of thinking about or approaching a topic.


     Asks questions that aim to increase our
    understanding of the physical universe and our
    ability to explain nature.
    Technology

     technè – “art or craft”


     logia – “subject or interest”
     “practical applications of what we know about
    nature. “ (Applied science).

     A topic involving the designing and use of devices,


    processes, and materials to solve practical problems
    and to satisfy human needs and wants. (products)
    Society

     A group, large or small, of people in a


    particular place and time who are linked
    by common goals and interests.
    Science Technology

    Society
    What is STS ?

     An interdisciplinary course.
    What is STS all about?

    This is an outlook on science education that


    emphasizes the teaching of scientific and
    technological developments in their cultural,
    economic, social and political contexts.

    In this view of science education, students are


    encouraged to engage in issues pertaining to
    the impact of science on everyday life and
    make responsible decisions about how to
    address such issues.
    Goals of STS Education

    Enabling students to formulate a critical


    understanding of the interface between
    science, technology and society.

    Developing students’ capacities and confidence to make


    informed decisions, and to take responsible
    action to address issues arising from the
    impact of science on their daily lives.
    Science or Technology?

     Fat and lye when heated will make a yellow substance.


     Soap is a good cleaning substance; it is made from fats,
    oils, and lye.

     Neon is a colorless gas.


     Neon is used to make colorful signs.
    Science or Technology?

     Aluminum is a lightweight metal.


     Airplanes are made from aluminum.

     A glass lens will bend (refract) light.


     Glass lenses are used to help make telescopes.
    Can anybody give me
    another example?
    Activity 1

    • Write down 3 technologies you’ve encountered in


    your life that you feel you could not live without.
    • Consider the impact each technology has on
    society and environment.
    • Write down an impact for both society (human)
    and the environment for each of your technologies.
    They can be either positive or negative impacts.
    Activity 1

    • [NOTE: PROCEED TO THE ACTIVITY 1, which is the


    corresponding activity for this lesson, TO ANSWER. IT IS
    IN A GOOGLE FORM.
    • AS A REFERENCE TO THE ACTIVITY 1, YOU MAY
    REFER TO THE SAMPLE ON THE NEXT SLIDE.
    For Example:
    • Bathroom Cleaners

    • Society:
    • It takes me less time to clean my bathroom.
    • Environment:
    • These cleaners are made of toxic chemicals that are harmful to
    the environment. High Acidity and Alkalinity (ingredients:
    detergent, alcohol, phenol) damages organic matters such as
    skin and plants.

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