INTRODUCTION Flashcards
Science comes from the Latin word ___________ meaning knowledge
scientia
a systematic and methodical activity of building and organizing knowledge about how the universe behaves through observation, experimentation or both
Science
Modern Science is a discovery as well as an
invention
application of scientific knowledge, laws, and principles to produce services, materials, tools, and machines aimed at solving real-world problems
Technology
Technology comes from a Greek word ________ meaning art, skill, or cunning of hand
techne
how the different aspects of society shape and technology is the area of concern of a relatively new academic discipline
Science, Technology and Society
relatively young field that combines previously independent and older disciplines, such as the history of science, philosophy of science, and sociology of science
Science, Technology and Society
STS seeks to bridge the gap between two traditionally exclusive cultures
humanities and natural sciences
a systematized body of knowledge.
Science
a system of acquiring knowledge based on scientific method.
Science
organized body of knowledge gained through research.
Science
the human attempt to understand the natural world, with or without concern for practical use of that knowledge.
Science
tries to discover facts and relationships and then tries to create theories that makes sense of the facts and relationships.
Science
from the two (2) Greek words: “Techne” (skill, craftmanship, art) “Logos” (discourse, reason)
Technology
The human attempt to change the world.
Technology
a human activity that involves with the making and using of materials.
Technology
Explores for the purpose of knowing
Science
Explores for the purpose of making something useful from that knowledge.
Technology
Relationship between Science and Technology
Science drives technology by making new technology possible through scientific breakthrough.
Issues in Science and Technology
Cell & Gene Therapy: Implications on Drug Development
Law-Grown Meat
IVF Treatment Process
Goal: produce citizens who can respond critically, reflectively, and proactively to the challenges posed by science and technology in the contemporary world.
Science, Technology and Society
