4.4 Discussing Ethical Considerations in Science and Technology

• The impact of science and technology on society can be both positive and negative.
• The ethical concern of privacy arises from the collection, storage, and misuse of personal data without consent.
• Automation in technology can lead to the displacement of jobs in the workforce.
• The genetic engineering of crops raises concerns about unintended health and environmental consequences.
• Developers must weigh the benefits of new technologies against their ethical risks.

  True
• Ethical frameworks are designed to guide responsible innovation in technology.


  True
• What is the focus of Virtue Ethics?

  Moral character and virtues
• What is one positive impact of science and technology on society?

  Improved quality of life
• Match the ethical concern with its description:

  Privacy ↔️ Misuse of personal data

  Security ↔️ Exploitation of technologies

  Genetic Engineering ↔️ Dilemmas of gene modification
• An ethical framework provides a structured approach to evaluate the ethical implications of new technologies
• Match the type of technology use with its ethical implication:

  Responsible Use ↔️ Ensures safety and respects privacy

  Irresponsible Use ↔️ Endangers users and violates privacy
• Stakeholder engagement ensures that diverse perspectives and concerns are taken into account
• The effects of science and technology on society are solely beneficial

  False
• Match the ethical concern with its description:

  Privacy ↔️ Misuse of personal data

  Security ↔️ Potential for data breaches

  Genetic Engineering ↔️ Modification of human genes
• The widening of socioeconomic disparities is a positive impact of science and technology.

  False
• Match the case study with its ethical considerations:

  Genetic Engineering of Crops ↔️ Unintended environmental consequences

  Autonomous Vehicles ↔️ Programming decisions in emergencies

  Facial Recognition Technology ↔️ Potential for misuse and discrimination
• Match the ethical framework with its key principle:

  Utilitarianism ↔️ Greatest good for the greatest number

  Deontology ↔️ Universal moral laws

  Rights-Based Ethics ↔️ Individual rights and freedoms

  Virtue Ethics ↔️ Integrity, honesty, compassion
• Ethical concerns in science and technology include issues such as privacy, security, and genetic engineering.
• The impact of science and technology on society can only be positive

  False
• Genetic engineering of crops and autonomous vehicles both present ethical dilemmas


  True
• Which ethical framework encourages the use of technology by individuals with strong moral character?

  Virtue Ethics
• Responsible innovation aims to mitigate potential harms while benefiting society


  True
• Match the positive impacts of science and technology with their examples:

  Improved quality of life ↔️ Medical advancements

  Increased productivity ↔️ Labor-saving devices

  Expanded access to information ↔️ Communication technology

  Advancement of scientific knowledge ↔️ New research discoveries
• What is a key concern related to technology security?

  Exploitation or hacking
• What is one negative impact of science and technology on the environment?

  Environmental degradation
• What is one ethical consideration related to autonomous vehicles?

  Data privacy concerns
• An ethical framework provides a structured approach to evaluate the ethical implications of new technologies.
• What is one negative impact of automation on the workforce?

  Displacement of jobs
• Ethical frameworks assist in assessing the ethical dimensions of technology
• One negative impact of science and technology on society is environmental degradation
• What is the role of policymakers in addressing ethical concerns in technology?

  Ensure responsible design
• Match the ethical framework with its key principle:

  Utilitarianism ↔️ Maximize happiness and minimize harm

  Deontology ↔️ Emphasize moral duties and principles

  Rights-Based Ethics ↔️ Prioritize individual rights and freedoms

  Virtue Ethics ↔️ Focus on moral character and virtues
• Personal responsibility in technology use emphasizes ethical considerations

  True
• What is one key strategy for responsible innovation?

  Ethical considerations
• Order the strategies for responsible innovation:

  1️⃣ Ethical Considerations

  2️⃣ Stakeholder Engagement

  3️⃣ Transparency and Accountability