3. Science & Technology

Question 1

at present what % of people have access to internet

Answer 1

over 60%

Question 2

how many people own a smartphone at present

Answer 2

6.5 billion

Question 3

how many people have made at least one online purchase in 2021

Answer 3

2.14 billion

Question 4

what are the 3 previous statistics examples of

Answer 4

how far development of modern technology has come and how our way of life has changed

Question 5

what is the question to technology’s place in society

Answer 5

does it empower us as a society or does it make us more vulnerable

Question 6

what does technological change lead to and it is fundamentally ___

Answer 6

lead to social change

disruptive

Question 7

what are the 4 pros to technology

Answer 7

quick access to information

breaking distance barrier

simplifying tasks

increased life expectancy

Question 8

how does technology give us quick access to info - 3 things

Answer 8

Democratising access to information and knowledge

Improves access to knowledge

Using the information and knowledge we are now able to access, better decisions can be made, and human error reduced

Question 9

how does technology help break down the distance barrier

Answer 9

technology has revolutionized the way we communicate

Question 10

what is a real life example and statistic of how technology has helped to break down the distance barrier

Answer 10

During the Covid-19 lockdowns, in Spain 80% of citizens 18-65yo relied on video calls to stay in touch with friends/family

Question 11

how has technology helped to simplify tasks - 2 things

Answer 11

In recent years, automation and artificial intelligence have simplified tasks further, making our day-to-day life easier

Boosts productivity as well as the efficiency of human activities

Question 12

how has technology helped increase life expectancy

what are some examples

Answer 12

Technology applied to medicine and healthcare has increased our life expectancy.

Eg. Vaccines, surgical and interventional equipment, public health initiatives aided by technology

Question 13

what is a real world situation or statistic that shows how technology has increased our life expectancy

Answer 13

Life expectancy in the 1960s was 52.5 years while today, the average is 72.

Question 14

what are the 4 cons of technology

Answer 14

ethical dilemmas

dehumanisation

pollution

privacy

Question 15

what 2 aspects of technology means that there are also drawbacks to it

Answer 15

its improper use or collateral damage from its production

Question 16

what are the ethical dilemmas of technology

Answer 16

The future of humanity heading to one where artificial intelligence (AI) and robots play a major role

Question 17

how does technology lead to dehumanisation - 3 things

Answer 17

excessive use of mobile devices has led to :

foster social isolation

technology addiction

psychological maladaption and social conflict

Question 18

how has technology led to pollution - 3 things

Answer 18

involves collateral damage that directly affects the environment

Industrialisation has accelerated climate change, deforestation and the excessive consumption of raw materials

The very development of technology can solve this problem by creating solutions that are more sustainable and environmentally friendly.

Question 19

how has technology affected our privacy

Answer 19

The lack of online security and exposure of sensitive data

Both companies and individuals are exposed to the dangers because even when defensive measures are taken, they can fall victim to theft or data hijacking, causing major economic loss.

Weaponization of viruses

Question 20

what is a real life example of privacy issues due to technology

Answer 20

waikato DHB may 2021 patient data hack/breach as it was held for ransom

Question 21

what are 2 ways we can improve our relationship with technology

Answer 21

develop technological skills as it allows you to maintain a critical and realistic attitude towards the new technologies

Lifelong learning, reskilling and upskilling