Science, technology, and society /
Quinto, Edward Jay M.,
Science, technology, and society / Science, technology, and society : outcome-based module. Edward Jay M. Quinto and Aileen D. Nieva. - viii, 221 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.
General education
Includes bibliographical references.
Module 1: General concepts and historical developments -- Introduction to science, technology, and society -- Historical antecedents of science and technology -- Intellectual revolution and society -- Science and technology and nation building -- Module 2: Science, technology, and society and the human condition -- Technology as a way of revealing -- Human flourishing in progress and de-development -- The good life -- When technology and humanity cross -- Why the future does not need us -- Module 3: Specific issues in science, technology, and society -- Information age -- Biodiversity and a healthy society -- Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and gene therapy -- Nanotechnology -- Climate change and environmental awareness.
"Science, Technology, and Society equips the students with the necessary knowledge to understand the multidisciplinary nature of the course Science, Technology, and Society (STS).It aims to involve teachers and students in relevant, collaborative, and meaningful experiences in dealing with science and technology as separate disciplines. It discusses their interactions within social, cultural, political, and economic contexts.
This module includes exercises and activities designed to reinforce the concepts and ideas presented. It also comes with an online courseware to further enhance the learning experience of students." -- Back cover
9789719811398
Science--Social aspects.
Q175.5 / .Q56 2019
303.483 / Q46s
Science, technology, and society / Science, technology, and society : outcome-based module. Edward Jay M. Quinto and Aileen D. Nieva. - viii, 221 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.
General education
Includes bibliographical references.
Module 1: General concepts and historical developments -- Introduction to science, technology, and society -- Historical antecedents of science and technology -- Intellectual revolution and society -- Science and technology and nation building -- Module 2: Science, technology, and society and the human condition -- Technology as a way of revealing -- Human flourishing in progress and de-development -- The good life -- When technology and humanity cross -- Why the future does not need us -- Module 3: Specific issues in science, technology, and society -- Information age -- Biodiversity and a healthy society -- Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and gene therapy -- Nanotechnology -- Climate change and environmental awareness.
"Science, Technology, and Society equips the students with the necessary knowledge to understand the multidisciplinary nature of the course Science, Technology, and Society (STS).It aims to involve teachers and students in relevant, collaborative, and meaningful experiences in dealing with science and technology as separate disciplines. It discusses their interactions within social, cultural, political, and economic contexts.
This module includes exercises and activities designed to reinforce the concepts and ideas presented. It also comes with an online courseware to further enhance the learning experience of students." -- Back cover
9789719811398
Science--Social aspects.
Q175.5 / .Q56 2019
303.483 / Q46s