2. What is Science?
• Science is a systematic and organized body of knowledge about the
natural world, encompassing both the facts and the processes used to
discover and understand them.
• It's characterized by observation, experimentation, and the
development of testable explanations and predictions.
3. Five (5) key aspects of science:
• 1. A Body of Knowledge:
• Science is a collection of facts, principles, and theories about the natural world that have been established through
observation and experimentation.
• 2. A Process of Discovery:
• Science is a dynamic and ongoing process of inquiry, involving observation, experimentation, and analysis to
understand how things work.
• 3. Systematic Methodology:
• Science relies on a systematic approach, including objective observation, evidence-based reasoning, and critical
analysis.
• 4. Testable Explanations:
• Science seeks to develop explanations and predictions that can be tested and verified through further observation
and experimentation.
• 5. A Global Human Endeavor:
• Science is a collaborative effort, with scientists worldwide contributing to the collective understanding of the
universe.
4. Here are five key aspects of science:
• 1. A Body of Knowledge:
• 2. A Process of Discovery:
• 3. Systematic Methodology:
• 4. Testable Explanations:
• 5. A Global Human Endeavor:
5. 1. A Body of Knowledge:
•Science is a collection of facts, principles, and
theories about the natural world that have been
established through observation and
experimentation.
6. 2. A Process of Discovery:
•Science is a dynamic and ongoing process of inquiry,
involving observation, experimentation, and analysis
to understand how things work.
7. 3. Systematic Methodology:
•Science relies on a systematic approach, including
objective observation, evidence-based reasoning, and
critical analysis.
8. 4. Testable Explanations:
•Science seeks to develop explanations and predictions
that can be tested and verified through further
observation and experimentation.
9. 5. A Global Human Endeavor:
•Science is a collaborative effort, with scientists
worldwide contributing to the collective
understanding of the universe.
10. WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY?
• Technology refers to the methods, systems, and devices that are used
to solve problems, achieve goals, and create new products or processes
by applying scientific knowledge.
• It encompasses a wide range of tools, techniques, and systems, from
simple tools like hammers and wheels to complex systems like
computers and the internet.
• Essentially, technology is the practical application of knowledge to solve
problems and improve human life.
11. WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY?
•Practical Application:
•Problem Solving:
•Creation and Innovation:
•Wide Range of Applications:
•Dynamic and Evolving:
12. • Practical Application:
• Technology is not just about scientific knowledge, but also about using that knowledge to
create practical solutions and improvements in various aspects of life.
• Problem Solving:
• Technology helps humans address challenges and find solutions to problems, whether it's
improving agricultural practices or developing new forms of communication.
• Creation and Innovation:
• Technology involves the creation of new tools, processes, and systems, leading to innovation
and advancements in various fields.
• Wide Range of Applications:
• Technology is used in various industries, including manufacturing, medicine,
communication, transportation, and more, and it impacts nearly every aspect of modern
life.
• Dynamic and Evolving:
• Technology is constantly evolving, with new advancements and innovations emerging
regularly, driven by human needs and desires.
13. Practical Application:
•Technology is not just about scientific knowledge, but
also about using that knowledge to create practical
solutions and improvements in various aspects of life.
14. Problem Solving:
•Technology helps humans address challenges and find
solutions to problems, whether it's improving
agricultural practices or developing new forms of
communication.
15. Creation and Innovation:
•Technology involves the creation of new tools,
processes, and systems, leading to innovation and
advancements in various fields.
16. Wide Range of Applications:
•Technology is used in various industries, including
manufacturing, medicine, communication,
transportation, and more, and it impacts nearly every
aspect of modern life.
17. Dynamic and Evolving:
•Technology is constantly evolving, with new
advancements and innovations emerging regularly,
driven by human needs and desires
19. • Practical Application:
• Technology is not just about scientific knowledge, but also about using that knowledge to
create practical solutions and improvements in various aspects of life.
• Problem Solving:
• Technology helps humans address challenges and find solutions to problems, whether it's
improving agricultural practices or developing new forms of communication.
• Creation and Innovation:
• Technology involves the creation of new tools, processes, and systems, leading to innovation
and advancements in various fields.
• Wide Range of Applications:
• Technology is used in various industries, including manufacturing, medicine,
communication, transportation, and more, and it impacts nearly every aspect of modern
life.
• Dynamic and Evolving:
• Technology is constantly evolving, with new advancements and innovations emerging
regularly, driven by human needs and desires.
20. • Practical Application:
• Technology is not just about scientific knowledge, but also about using that knowledge to
create practical solutions and improvements in various aspects of life.
• Problem Solving:
• Technology helps humans address challenges and find solutions to problems, whether it's
improving agricultural practices or developing new forms of communication.
• Creation and Innovation:
• Technology involves the creation of new tools, processes, and systems, leading to innovation
and advancements in various fields.
• Wide Range of Applications:
• Technology is used in various industries, including manufacturing, medicine,
communication, transportation, and more, and it impacts nearly every aspect of modern
life.
• Dynamic and Evolving:
• Technology is constantly evolving, with new advancements and innovations emerging
regularly, driven by human needs and desires.
21. • Practical Application:
• Technology is not just about scientific knowledge, but also about using that knowledge to
create practical solutions and improvements in various aspects of life.
• Problem Solving:
• Technology helps humans address challenges and find solutions to problems, whether it's
improving agricultural practices or developing new forms of communication.
• Creation and Innovation:
• Technology involves the creation of new tools, processes, and systems, leading to innovation
and advancements in various fields.
• Wide Range of Applications:
• Technology is used in various industries, including manufacturing, medicine,
communication, transportation, and more, and it impacts nearly every aspect of modern
life.
• Dynamic and Evolving:
• Technology is constantly evolving, with new advancements and innovations emerging
regularly, driven by human needs and desires.
22. • Practical Application:
• Technology is not just about scientific knowledge, but also about using that knowledge to
create practical solutions and improvements in various aspects of life.
• Problem Solving:
• Technology helps humans address challenges and find solutions to problems, whether it's
improving agricultural practices or developing new forms of communication.
• Creation and Innovation:
• Technology involves the creation of new tools, processes, and systems, leading to innovation
and advancements in various fields.
• Wide Range of Applications:
• Technology is used in various industries, including manufacturing, medicine,
communication, transportation, and more, and it impacts nearly every aspect of modern
life.
• Dynamic and Evolving:
• Technology is constantly evolving, with new advancements and innovations emerging
regularly, driven by human needs and desires.
23. What is a Society?
• In the context of science, "society" generally refers to the broader
human community and its interactions with scientific knowledge and
practices.
• It encompasses how science influences society and how societal
factors, like culture and values, shape the development and application
of science.
• This relationship is studied within interdisciplinary fields like Science,
Technology, and Society (STS).
24. What is a Society?
• Society as a recipient of science:
• Science creates new technologies and knowledge that impact
society's health, economy, culture, and environment.
• Society as a shaper of science:
• Societal values, beliefs, and priorities influence which scientific
research is prioritized, how it's conducted, and how its findings are
interpreted and applied.
25. What is Science, Technology, and Society
(STS) ?
• Science, Technology, and Society (STS) is an interdisciplinary field that
examines the intricate relationships between scientific advancements,
technological innovations, and societal structures.
• It explores how social, cultural, political, and economic factors
influence the development and application of science and technology,
and conversely, how these scientific and technological developments
shape society.
26. Science, Technology, and Society (STS)
• The development of vaccines is influenced by societal needs and concerns about public
health, but also shapes public health practices.
• Public debates about climate change involve scientific evidence, but also reflect differing
cultural values and political priorities.
• Scientific research into artificial intelligence is shaped by societal goals and ethical
considerations, while also raising concerns about the future of work and human
interaction.
• In essence, the relationship between science and society is a dynamic and reciprocal
one, where each influences the other in profound ways.
