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Science Technology and Society Module 2

This document provides an introduction to the concepts of science, technology, and the interdisciplinary field of science, technology, and society (STS). It defines science as a systematic way of acquiring knowledge through observation and experimentation. Technology is defined as the application of scientific knowledge to solve practical problems. STS is then introduced as the study of how science and technology influence and are influenced by various social factors. The document outlines some key objectives and concepts within STS, including how advancements in science and technology impact society both positively and negatively.

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Science Technology and Society Module 2

This document provides an introduction to the concepts of science, technology, and the interdisciplinary field of science, technology, and society (STS). It defines science as a systematic way of acquiring knowledge through observation and experimentation. Technology is defined as the application of scientific knowledge to solve practical problems. STS is then introduced as the study of how science and technology influence and are influenced by various social factors. The document outlines some key objectives and concepts within STS, including how advancements in science and technology impact society both positively and negatively.

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Science, Technology

chnology and Society


and Society

Introduction to
Science, Technology and
Society
Science, Technology
chnology and Society
and Society
Objectives:
1.Discuss the general concepts related to science
and technology.
2.Explain the scope of the study of STS.
3.Demonstrate preparedness and readiness in the study
of STS.
Pre-Assessment:
Instructions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct or FALSE if it is not.
1. Science is a methodical way of acquiring knowledge.
2. Technology is the use of scientific knowledge for practical purposes.
3. Science and technology can be dangerous.
4. Science, Technology, and Society (STS) is the study of how science
and technology shape and are shaped by social influences.
5. STS deals with the historical development of science and technology but
does not cover their philosophical underpinnings.
Pre-Assessment:
Instructions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct or FALSE if it is not.
6. The study of STS primarily concerns students of science and
technology programs, and not non-science students as much.
7. STS is an important area of study because science and technology
permeate every aspect of everyday life.
8. Science and technology are not crucial factors in nation building.
9. History cannot teach people about evaluating present-day science and technology.
10. STS draws from other disciplines, such as history, sociology,
philosophy, economics, political science and international relations, and
📖 Activity
1. List down 10 general concepts related to science and technology.
2. Paste a magazine or newspaper cutout of any photograph that depicts an
issue or problem in science and technology. Then, answer the ff.
questions.:
a. What is the issue or problem depicted in the photograph?
b. How does this particular issue or problem impact the well-being of human
today?
c. Why is it important for people to study and learn about STS as an
academic field, especially in addressing the issue or problem depicted in
the photograph?
3. On a scale of 1-10, 10 being the highest, rate your preparedness
and readiness in the study of STS. Justify your self rate.
GENERAL CONCEPTS

Society
Science
• from the Latin word ‘scientia’ meaning knowledge
• refers to a systematic and methodical activity of building
and organizing knowledge about how the universe
behaves through observation, experimentation or both
John Heilborn
(2003)
“Modern science is a discovery as
well as invention.”
Technology
• from the Greek word ‘techne’ meaning art, skill or
cunning of hand
• is the application of scientific knowledge, laws and
principles to produce services, materials, tools and
machines aimed at solving real-world problems
Mark Zuckerberg (2014)
“One historical definition of
technological tool is something that
takes a human’s sense or ability and
augments it and makes it more
powerful. For example, I wear contact
lenses or glasses, that is a technology
that enhances my human ability of
vision and makes it better.”
Lewis Wolpert (2005)
The Medawar Lecture 1998: Is Science Dangerous?
“Reliable scientific knowledge has no
moral and ethical value. Science is not
the same as technology. Science is meant
simply to explain how nature and the
universe work. Technological
applications of science are influenced by
other sectors such as politics and
governance, religion and business.”
Advancements in Science and Technology
Advancements in Science and Technology
• human activities
• tools
• productivity
• kind of living
• promising future
Challenges and Drawbacks
Challenges and Drawbacks
• Machines cut need for human workforce.
• Drugs introduce new strains of bacteria and viruses.
• Social media changed the way humans
communicate, interact and share information.
Carl Sagan in Tom Head (2006)

“We live in a society absolutely


dependent on science and technology
and yet have cleverly arranged things
so that almost no one understands
science and technology. That’s a
clear prescription of disaster.”
Science, Technology and Society (STS)
• a new academic discipline that concerns with how the
different aspects of society shape and influence the
progression and further development of science and
technology
Science, Technology and Society (STS)
• A relatively young field of study
• History of science
• Philosophy of science
• Sociology of science

• combines previously independent and older disciplines


• applies methods drawn from history, philosophy and
sociology to study the nature of science and technology and
ultimately judge their value and place in society
Science, Technology and Society (STS)
• As an academic field, started during the interwar and cold
war period – Kennedy School (2018)
• scientific knowledge, technological systems and society
• response (critically, reflectively and proactively)
• it was during this period when historians and scientists found interest
in the interconnections of scientific knowledge, technological systems
and society
• resulted from the recognition that many schools today do not prepare
students to respond critically, reflectively and proactively to the
challenges posed by science and technology in the contemporary
world
Science, Technology and Society (STS)
• As an interdisciplinary field, Kennedy School (2018)
• bridge Humanities and natural sciences
• an interdisciplinary field that resulted from questions about science
and technology’s dynamic interaction with various aspects of society,
thus viewed as a socially embedded enterprise
• bridges the gap between two traditionally exclusive cultures –
humanities (interpretive) and natural sciences (rational) – so that
humans will be able to better confront the moral, ethical, and
existential dilemmas brought by the continued developments in
science and technology
John J. Reilly (Center for Science, Technology and Values of UND)
• Helix
• Bless2 U and Pepper
• Emotion-Sensing Facial Recognition
• Ransomeware
• Textalyzer
• Social Credit System
• Google Clips
• Sentencing Software
• Friendbot
• Citizen App
10 Emerging Ethical Dilemmas and Policy Issues in Science and Technology in 2018
1. Helix - a digital app store designed to read genomes
2. BlessU-2 and Pepper - first robot priest and monk
3. Emotion-Sensing Facial Recognition - a software being developed to
assess your reactions to anything such as shopping and playing games
4. Ransomware - a way of holding data hostage through hacking and
requiring a ransom to be paid
5. Textalyzer - a device that analyzes whether a driver was using his or
her phone during an accident
10 Emerging Ethical Dilemmas and Policy Issues in Science and Technology in 2018
6. Social Credit System - a system of scoring citizens through their
actions by placing them under constant surveillance (which China plays to
adopt)
7. Google Clips - a hands-free camera that lets the user capture every
moment effortlessly
8. Sentencing Software - a mysterious algorithm designed to aid courts in
sentencing decisions
9. Friendbot - an app that stores the deceased's digital footprint so one can
still “chat” with them
10. Citizen App - an app that notifies users of ongoing crimes or
10 Emerging Ethical Dilemmas and Policy Issues in Science and Technology in 2018
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