INTRODUCTION TO STS

• Science

  -Came from the latin word "scientia" which means knowledge.

  -A system of acquiring knowledge based on the scientific method.

  -as a process used to solve problems or develop and understanding of nature that involves testing possible answers.
• Types of Science

  • Physical Science
  • Biological Science
  • Earth science
• Types of Science

  Physical Science

  -this branch deals with the study of non-living systems it focuses on understanding the fundamental principles that govern the physical universe.

  physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth science, mathematics
• Types of science

  Biological Science

  -This branch focuses on the study of living organisms and life processes.

  biology, botany, zoology, microbiology, genetics, ecology, biochemistry
• Types of Science

  Earth science

  -sometimes considered part of physical science, it is often treated as its own branch. earth science focuses on the study of the earth and its components.

  geology, meteorology, oceanography, environmental science, paleontology
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  scientific method - an organized systematic and methodical activity of building and organizing knowledge on about how the universe behaves through observation experimentation or both. St1. problem, St2. observation, St3. questions, St4. hypothesis, St5. experiment, St6. analysis, Conclusion
• Technology

  -comes from the greek word "techne" meaning art, skill or cunning of hand.

  -technology is the application of human knowledge skills technique and ideas to create and produce products and services to achieve specific goals.

  -it refers to methods, systems and devices which are the result of scientific knowledge being used for practical purposes.
• Technology versus Applied technology

  Technology

  -Refers to the application of scientific knowledge tools techniques and processes to solve problems create products and achieve specific objectives.
• Technology versus Applied technology

  Applied technology

  -Refers to the practical application of existing technological tools, techniques and knowledge to specific task, industries or problems it focuses on using technology in real world situations to enhance efficiency, solve problems and improve processes within a particular context. GPS is the digital evolution of navigating by the stars is now applied technology.
• common types of technology

  •information technology

  •medical technology

  •environmental technology
• common types of technology

  information technology - refers to the use of computers will transmit information.

  medical technology - refers to the use of scientific and engineering principles to develop and apply techniques to treat and manage medical conditions and diseases.

  environmental technology - refers to the application of scientific and engineering principles to develop implement solution that address environmental challenges.
• society

  -came from the latin word "societas" which means "a friendly association with others"

  -a group of people living together under the same rules and regulation

  -a group of individuals which is bound by its common interest.
• types of society

  •modern society 

  •traditional society

  •industrial society
• What are the main types of societies discussed?

  • Modern society
  • Traditional society
  • Industrial society
• types of society

  modern society - characterized by rapid technological advancement they are often industrialized and have high degree of economic and social development.  

   

  traditional society - maintain long standing cultural practices often emphasize communal living and how strong a difference to the additional and ritual.  

  industrial society - characterized by industrialization economy is driven by manufacturing and industry. 
• science - process of acquiring scientific knowledge

  technology - application of scientific knowledge to people

  society - group of people who uses tech and study science.
• Scientific method

  1. Problem
  2. observation
  3. questions
  4. hypothesis
  5. experiment
  6. analysis
  7. conclusion
• Science, techniques and society 


  is an interdisciplinary field that examines the interactions between scientific research technological advancement and societal factors.
• science , technology and society

  aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how science and technology interact with impact on society and to address challenges and opportunities to arise from this interactions.
• Identify the type of society (m - modern, i - industrial, t - traditional)

  1. t - religious leader
  2. i - landlords
  3. t - historians
  4. i - sale representative
  5. m - content creator
  6. m - exchange students
  7. t - farmers
  8. i _ factory workers
  9. m - environmentalist
  10. t - community healers