YORADYL C.

DIZOR, LPT
Instructor
OVERVIEW OF THE MODULE

Module Purpose
The purpose of this module is to guide undergraduate students to
develop critical thinking and creativity as they utilize science in understanding
various human conditions and social issues, explore the role of science and
technology in nation building, analyze scientific ideas, theories, innovations,
research, and practices, and discover technological advancements brought by
science to the society.

Module Title and Description

Science, Technology, and Society (STS) is an essential course in the
General Education curriculum for tertiary education. It was conceptualized to
develop deep appreciation and critical understanding of the role of science
and technology in the development of people and the society.

Module Guide

The key to successfully finish this module lies in your hands. The
module was prepared for you to learn diligently, intelligently and
independently. Aside from meeting the content and performance
standards of this course in accomplishing the given activities, you will
be able to learn other invaluable learning skills which you will be very
proud responsible of a responsible learner.
1. Schedule and manage your time and to read and understand every part of the
module. Read it over and over until you understand the point.
2. Study how you can manage to do the activities of this module in consideration
of your other modules from other courses. Be very conscious with the study
schedule. Post in a conspicuous place so that you can always see. Do not ask
about questions that are already answered in the guide.
3. If you did not understand the meanings and other tasks, re-read and have
focus. If this will not work, engage all possible resources. You may ask other
family members to help you. If this will not work again, text me first so that I
can call you or text back for assistance.
4. Do not procrastinate. Remember, it is not others who will be short-changed if
you will not do your work on time, it will be you.
5. Before you start doing your task, read and understand the assessment tools
provided. Do not settle with the low standards in doing your assigned tasks. I
know you can.
6. You are free to browse and read the different units of the module even prior to
doing the tasks in each unit. However, you need to ensure that you will not
 miss any part of the module and you will not miss to accomplish every activity
in every unit as scheduled.
7. Before the end of the midterms, you will be tasked to send back through
correspondence the accomplished and scheduled modules for midterms to
me. Make sure you will follow it up with me through text or any other media
available for you.
While waiting for my feedback of your accomplished modules, continue doing
the task in the succeeding units of the module that are scheduled for the
finals.
8. If needed, do not hesitate to keep in touch with me through any available
means. Remember, if there is a will, there is a way.
9. In answering all the assessment and evaluation activities, write legibly. It will
help if you will not write your answers in the module if you are not yet sure of
your answers. You must remember that all your activities in the module are
academic activities which means that the relevant academic conventions
apply. Think before you write.
a. Your answers should be composed of complete and grammatically correct
sentences. Do not use abbreviations and acronyms unless these are
introduced in the readings, and do not write in text-speak. Avoid writing in all
caps.
b. In the self-processed discussions, write appropriate and well-thought
arguments and judgments. Avoid merely approving or disapproving with what
is expressed in the material. You need to support your inputs in the
discussions from reliable information or from empirical observations. Do not
write uninformed opinions.
c. Do not write lengthy answers. Stick to the point. Be clear what your main
point is and express it as concisely as possible. Do not let your discussions
stray. Make us of the spaces in the module as your guide.
d. Quote your sources if there are in answering all activities.
10. Lastly, you are the learner, hence, you do the module on your own. Your
family members and friends at home will support you but the activities must
be done by you. As BiPSUnista, you always need to demonstrate our core
values of Brilliance, Innovation, Progress, Service and Unity.

Module Outcomes
After this learning module, the students will be able to:
1. Broaden their theoretical and practical understanding of STS as a
course and as a field of study.
2. Acknowledge that science and the society are inseparable.

Module Requirements

By the end of this module, the students will submit a short-response to

the questions given at the end of the topic.
Chapter 2:
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND
SOCIETY AND THE HUMAN
CONDITION
 I. HUMAN FLOURISHING

Learning Outcomes:
After successful completion of this module, the student can be able to:
Analyze the steps in scientific method;
Explain the concepts of human flourishing and their importance for the
“common good” and present examples;
Enumerate some career jobs related to science and technology that lead to
human flourishing.

Activating Prior Learning

Learning Activity: SPOT THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD
Direction: Each sentence below describes a step of the scientific method. Match
each sentence with the step of the scientific method listed below.
A. Recognize the problem
B. Making observation
C. Form a hypothesis
D. Test the hypothesis with an experiment
E. Draw conclusions

1. Mark predicted that seeds would start to grow faster if an electric current travelled
through the soil in which they were planted.
2. Scott said, “If I fertilize my orchid plants, they will blossom.”
3. Philip’s data showed that household cockroaches moved away from raw
mangoes.
4. Ameera fed different diets to three groups of tilapia. Her experiment showed that
tilapias need vitamins and protein in their diet.
5. Angela’s experiment proved that earthworms move away from light.
6. Justine wondered if dyes could be taken out of plant, leaves, flowers, and stems.
7. Kathy used a survey to determine how many classmates were left-handed and
how many were right-handed.
8. Bob read about growing plants in water. He wanted to know how plants could
grow without soil.
9. Kevin said “If acid rain affects plants in a particular pond, it might affect small
animals, such as crabs, that live in the same water.”
10. Alicia’s experiment showed that chicken eggshells were stronger when she gave
the hen feed, to which extra calcium had been added.

Presentation of Contents
Problems that you encounter could be solved by simple ways. Maria could have
solved her problem if she tried to approach it systematically. This lesson will
introduce you to the scientific method. The scientific method is a logical and
systematic way of solving a problem.
Making Observations and Stating the Problem
Differentiate things happen around you. As you notice these, you take a mental note
of what you see, hear, feel, smell or taste. These mental notes are your
observations. On the space below, write five things that you can observe around you
right now.
1. ____________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________
4. ____________________________________________________________
5. ____________________________________________________________
Choose one observation from your list above. Choose the most interesting and from
that, compose your statement of the problem.
Statement of the problem:
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Formulating the Hypothesis
Your statement of the problem must have an answer. But this point, you still do not
have a definite one, so you formulate your hypothesis. A hypothesis is a logical
guess that answers the questions or problem. It could be correct or incorrect, which
is what you will find out in the next step. You could have more than one hypothesis,
but you will consider them one at a time in the succeeding steps.
Answer your statement of the problem by formulating three hypotheses.
1. ______________________________________________________________
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2. ______________________________________________________________
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3. ______________________________________________________________
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Testing the Hypothesis with experiment
After proposing possible answer to the problem, you should prove whether your
hypotheses are true or not. This could be through experiments, test, or research.
You need to plan how you would test your hypothesis by logically writing down the
steps that you will do.
Since you will be writing down steps of a procedure, your methodology should be
numbered and logically arranged. It should contain practical procedures, which are
significant to the study being conducted.
Choose one among the hypotheses you formulated. On the space below, write the
procedure on how you will test the hypothesis.
1. ______________________________________________________________
_________________
2. ______________________________________________________________
_________________
3. ______________________________________________________________
_________________
Stating the Conclusion
At this point, you now know if your hypothesis answered your question. If it did, you
just restate your hypothesis as your conclusion. If it did not, then you need to test
other hypotheses.

HUMAN FLOURISHING

Eudaimonia, literally “good spirited.” is a term coined by renowned Greek

philosopher Aristotle to describe the pinnacle of happiness that is attainable by
human. This has often been translated into “human flourishing” in literature, arguably
likening humans to flowers achieving their full bloom. As discussed in the
Nicomachean Ethics, Aristotle’s human flourishing arises as a result of different
components such as phronesis, friendship, wealth, and power. In the Ancient Greek
society, they believe that acquiring these qualities will surely bring the seekers
happiness, which in effort allows them to partake in the greater notion of what we call
the Good.
For Aristotle, the good is what is good for purposeful, goal-directed entities.
He defines the good proper to human beings as the activities in which the life
functions specific to human beings are most fully realized. For Aristotle, the good of
each species is teleologically immanent to that species. A person’s nature as a
human being provides him with guidance with respect to how he should live his life.
A fundamental fact of human nature is the existence of individual human beings
each with his own rational mind and free will. The use of one’s volitional
consciousness is a person’s distinctive capacity and means of survival.
One’s own life is the only life that a person has to live. It follows that, for
Aristotle, the “good” is what is objectively good for a particular man. Aristotle’s
eudaimonia is formally egoistic in that a person’s normative reason for choosing
particular actions stems from the idea that he must pursue his own good or
flourishing. Because self-interest is flourishing, the good in human conduct is
connected to the self-interest of the acting person. Good means “good for” the
individual moral agent. Egoism is an integral part of Aristotle’s ethics.

Activity No. 4
A. Complete the mind map below by writing words that come to your mind when you
hear the word science and technology.

SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY
B. From the picture below, describe and assess the evolution and development of
science and technology along fields of medicine, agriculture, education, information
and technology and many more.

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 SUMMARY

Human Flourishing
Human Flourishing is defined as being “good spirited” in the classical
Aristotelian notion. Humans generally have a notion on what it means to
flourish; albeit in the advent of science and technology, they chose to hinge
their ends alongside the latter’s results. While it is true that science equips
its knowers some details about the world, its main claim to objectivity and
systematic methodology is at the very least flawed. However, that does not
stop institutions to favor those who excel in said discipline. Finally, the
economic perception of enrichment, otherwise known as growth, is heavily
fueled by technology and should be impeded. We have to rethink of our
perception of a good life apart from one presented in this regard.

Reference/ Suggested Readings

Janice Patria Javier Serafica, Greg Tabios Pawilen, Bernardo Nicolas Caslib,
Jr., Eden Joy Pastor Alata. Science, Technology, and Society. First Edition.
ISBN 978-971-23-8671-8

https://www.slideshare.net/memijecruz/historical-antecedents-of-science-
and-technology-152541982

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 II. TECHNOLOGY AS A WAY OF REVEALING

Learning Outcomes:
After successful completion of this module, the student can be able to:
Explain the concept of human condition before science and technology;
Identify the change that happened in human condition after science and
technology; and
Name ways on how technology aided in revealing the truth about the human
being.

Activating Prior Learning

Reaction Paper Writing
Make a reaction on the saying “Comparing the lives of people before and now will
make anyone realize the changes that happened in society not just in terms of
culture, language or rights, but more importantly, changes in people’s way of life due
to the existence of science and technology”.
 Presentation of Contents
Our early ancestors’ primal need to survive paved the way for the invention of
several developments. As we always claim that humans are gifted with wisdom and
more advanced that any other creatures, our ancestors were able to utilize available
materials to make their life more comfortable.
In your own perspective, how has technology affected the following aspects given
the two-time frames? Fill out the table below.

Human Conditions Before the Common Era During the Common Era

Mortality Rate

Average Life Span

Literacy Rate

Gross Domestic Product

 SUMMARY

Technology as a Way of Revealing

o Science and technology has been part of human activity since the beginning of
our species. It has aided us in survival and helped us outsmart our
adversaries, provided us comfortable living, allowed us to explore the world,
and assisted us in discovering more about ourselves and the truth.
o It also leads us to a paradox in which we are only able to see the world in the
lenses of technological innovations. In our pursuit of growth, we had
conveniently forgotten that technology only presents one approach in viewing
the world.

Reference/ Suggested Readings

Janice Patria Javier Serafica, Greg Tabios Pawilen, Bernardo Nicolas Caslib,
Jr., Eden Joy Pastor Alata. Science, Technology, and Society. First Edition.
ISBN 978-971-23-8671-8

https://www.slideshare.net/memijecruz/historical-antecedents-of-science-
and-technology-152541982

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 Assessment:

1. What would have happened to humankind if technology did not exist?

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2. Do you agree with Martin Heidegger in his idea that technology should only
be seen as one of the approaches in perceiving truth? What are other
possible approaches we should consider?
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 III. THE GOOD LIFE

Learning Outcomes:
After successful completion of this module, the student can be able to:
Examine what is meant by a good life in various philosophies;
Examine what you consider to be the good life and determine which
philosophy that represents;
Identify how humans attempt to attain what is deemed to be a good life;
Recognize possibilities available to human beings to attain the good life; and
Examine shared concerns that make up the good life in order to come up with
innovative, creative solutions and ethical solutions.

Activating Prior Learning

Checkpoint 1
“The truth is the aim of the theoretical sciences, the good is the end goal of
the practical ones. Every attempt to know is connected in some way in an
attempt to find the good”.
Aristotle
Materials
You will be needing the following materials in the activity below.
Coloring pens/crayons, pentel pen, pencil, colored old magazines, pictures from the
web, scissors, cartolina, glue, bond papers
Using the materials listed above, make a good life collage by cutting pictures in
magazines or newspapers that demonstrate how technology has made the man’s
desire for a happy life more realizable. You may opt to print pictures using the web.

Presentation of Contents
What is Good Life as Perceived by different Schools of Thought?
Aristotle and Good Life
It is interesting to note that the first philosopher who approached the problem of
reality from scientific lens is Aristotle who is also the first thinker who dabbled into
the complex problematization of the end goal of life: happiness.
Compared to his predecessor and teacher, Plato, Aristotle embarked on different
approach in figuring out reality. Plato thought that things in this world are not real and
are only copies of the real in the world of forms. While Aristotle puts everything back
to the ground in claiming that this world is all there and that this world is the only
reality, we can all access.
Aristotle also forwarded the idea that there is no reality over and above what the
senses can perceive. As such, it is only by observation of the external world that one
can truly understand what reality is all about. Change is a process that is inherent in
things. We, along with all other entities in the world start as potentialities and move
towards actualities. The movement, of course, entails change.

Look at the seed in the picture. It eventually germinates and grows into a plant. The
seed that turned to become the plant underwent change from the potential plant that
is the seed to its fully actuality.
This can be likened to what Aristotle says that every human person aspires for an
end. This end is happiness or human flourishing. And no one resists happiness
because we all want to be happy.
Materialism
The first materialists were the atomists in Ancient Greece. Democritus and
Leucippus led a school whose primary belief is that the world is made up of and is
controlled by the tiny indivisible units in the world called atomos or seeds.
Accordingly, the world including human beings, is made up of matter and there is no
need to possess immaterial entities as source of purpose. Atoms simply comes
together randomly to form the things in the world. As such, only material entities
matter.

Hedonism
The Hedonists see the end goal of life in acquiring pleasure. Pleasure has always
been the priority of hedonists. For them, life is obtaining and indulging in pleasure
because life is limited. They believe that pleasure give meaning to their life without
thinking of the future. The mantra of this school of thought is the famous, “Eat, drink
and merry for tomorrow we will die.”
Stoicism
Another school of thought led by Epicurus, the stoics, exposed the idea that to
generate happiness, one must learn to distance oneself and be apathetic. The
original term apatheia, precisely means to be indifferent. These group believe that
they can do things at their own and believe that happiness can only be attained by a
careful practice of apathy.

Theism
Most people find the meaning of their lives using God as the fulerum of their
existence. The Philippines, as predominantly country, is witness to how people base
their life goals on beliefs that hinged on some form of supernatural reality called
heaven. The ultimate basis of happiness for theists is the communion with God.
Humanism
Humanism as another school of thought espouses the freedom of man to carve his
own destiny and to legislate his own laws, free from the shackles of a God that
monitors and controls. For humanists, man is literally the captain of his own ship.
They see themselves not merely as stewards of the creation but as individuals who
are in control of themselves and the world outside them.
As a result of the motivation of the humanist current, scientists eventually turned to
technology in order to ease the difficulty of life. Scientists of today meanwhile are
ready to confront more sophisticated attempts at altering the world for the benefit of
humanity. Some people now are willing to tamper with time and space in the name of
technology.
 SUMMARY

The Good Life

o Man is constantly in pursuit of the good life. Every person has his perspective
when it comes to what comprises the good life. Throughout history, man has
worked hard in pointing out what amounts to a good, happy life.
o Some people like the classical theorists thought that happiness has to do with
the insides of the human person. The soul, as the seat of our humanity, has
been the focus of attention of this end goal. The soul has to attain a certain
balance in order to have a good life, a life of flourishing.
o It was only until the 17th century that happiness became a centerpiece in the
lives of people, even becoming a full-blown ethical foundation in John Stuart
Mill’s utilitiarianism.

Reference/ Suggested Readings

Janice Patria Javier Serafica, Greg Tabios Pawilen, Bernardo Nicolas Caslib,
Jr., Eden Joy Pastor Alata. Science, Technology, and Society. First Edition.
ISBN 978-971-23-8671-8

https://www.slideshare.net/memijecruz/historical-antecedents-of-science-
and-technology-152541982

https://www.studocu.com/ph/document/bulacan-state-university/science-
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 Assessment:

A. Fill in the blanks

Using the table below, list down the different advantages and disadvantages of
different schools of thought in attaining good life and happiness.

School of Thought Advantages Disadvantages

1. Materialism

2. Hedonism

3. Stoicism

4. Theism

5. Humanism

B. Think about these questions

1. What is a good life?
2. What is the relationship between good life and science?
3. Does technology always lead us to the good life? Support your answer.
 IV. WHEN TECHNOLOGY AND HUMANITY
CROSS

Learning Outcomes:
After successful completion of this module, the student can be able to:
List examples of technology and give their risks and benefits to humanity;
Examine some technological advancements and ethical issues they entail;
and
Discuss the interplay between technology and humanity.

Activating Prior Learning

Are you ready for your next topic? I’m sure you are! As a start, let’s do this
preparatory activity especially prepared for you. Happy learning!
Using a graphic organizer, list down some technology you see of you use at home,
at school or in your community, and in social media. Categorize them according to
their purpose (transportation, communication, education, etc.). Describe briefly how
you or the community use these technologies you mention.
 Presentation of Contents

When technology and humanity cross… Will it be a convergence or a clash

between man and machine?
Television sets, Mobile phones, Computers, and Humanity
A number of technological devices can be easily found inside the home, the most
accessible place to anyone. Having said that, it can also be easily inferred that these
technological devices are some of the most popular and most commonly used types
of devices across all age groups. To be more specific, these “celebrities” in the field
of technology are television sets, mobile phones, and computers. People all over the
world use these technologies every day to accomplish different purposes.

In television, used mainly as a platform for

advertisements and information dissemination. It
remains to be the most avenue by different
advertisement companies not only in the Philippines
but also all over the world. Various advertising
companies trust that television is still one of the
most used technological devices up until today. It
also serves as a recreational activity and good
stress reliever to most families.

In mobile phones, used primarily for communication. It offers services like texting
and calling. In the past, these were the only functions of the mobile phone but as
technology progressed, there have been many additional features included on
mobile phones. In the present, people use their mobile phones to surf the Internet
and to take pictures more than text or to call people. This is the reason why more
and more people all over the world prefer to buy smartphones over the old models
where such features are not available.
These make this particular
technological device very appealing to
the masses. Additionally, it is very
portable and convenient because it
can fit into any space, may it be inside
the pocket or bag.

Computers and laptops, on the other hand, can be used to surf the Internet and
communicate. For a lot of people, they prefer to do their job using either a personal
computer or a laptop than a mobile phone. Personal computer or a laptop has wide
keyboard, wide screens and separate keyboards than mobile phones.
Another reason is that the availability of a
mouse or a touchpad made these two
technological devices easier to maneuver than
mobile phones. Lastly, for the youth and those
who love to play different computer games,
personal computers or laptops are really the
better choice because these allow them play
with comfort and convenience.
Ethical Dilemma Faced by these Technological Advancements
It is true that these technological devices are useful and beneficial, the fact remains
that there are several dilemmas faced by these “necessities”. First, most parents
would argue that these devices make their children lazy and unhealthy. This is
because of the fact that people who are fixated on these technological
advancements start and end their day by using such devices. For example, those
who love to watch television shows stay in front of the television for more than six
hours a day while those who love to surf the Internet or play computer games stay
on their laptops, computers, or mobile phones for more than half a day. These
people have the tendency to be unaware of the time because they are so engrossed
with the use of technological device. Also, there are the same people who are more
likely to experience alienation because they no longer take time to get out of their
houses and mingle with other people. It is really concerning to know that there are
people who develop different kinds of sickness because of too much use of
technological devices. The agents using the devices are the ones to be blamed for
the undesirable consequences, namely laziness and unhealthiness. In terms of
alienation, it can be concluded that the people in the scientific-technological world
are blameworthy because they tell the people something that seems positive but
when examined closely, brings worse than good.
Another dilemma faced by these technological devices is the moral dilemma. People,
especially the children who are not capable yet of rationally deciding for themselves
what is right or wrong, are freely exposed to different things on television, mobile
phones, laptops, or computers. Because of the availability and easy access to the
Internet, they can just easily search the wen and go to different websites without
restrictions. This allows them to see, read, or hear things which are not suitable for
their very young age. This makes them very vulnerable to character change and can
greatly affect the way they view the world and the things around them.
Robotics and Humanity
Another great product of the innovative minds of the people is the robot which are
now widely used. For example, there are so-called service robots that do specific
tasks but focus mainly in assisting their masters in their everyday tasks.
Germany was one of the first countries to develop service robots. As part of the
German Federal Ministry of Education and Research’s “Service Robotics Innovation
Lead Initiative,” it sponsored a collaborative
Called DESIRE (Deutsche Servicerobotik
Initiative-Germany Service Robotics Initiative)
which was launched on October 1, 2005.
Some of the expected work to be performed
by DESIRE are following: (1) “Clear up the
kitchen table” – all objects on top of the
kitchen table will be moved to where they
belong; (2) “Fill the dishwasher” – the dirty
dishes will be sorted correctly into the
dishwasher; and (3) “Clear up this room” – all
objects that are not into their proper places
will be moved to where they belong.

Role Played by Robotics

Robots played different roles not only in the lives of the people but also in the society
as a whole. They are primarily used to ease the workload of mankind. They were
invented to make life more efficient and less stressful. They perform complicated
activities which human beings are incapable of doing. On the other hand, they
perform the simplest tasks at home so that their masters can perform the complex
ones without stressing themselves over the simple tasks. There are also robots
which are made for pleasure. To be more specific, these types of robots perform
activities to entertain people. They can usually be found in amusement parks or
exhibits. In addition, there are also some robots which were made to serve as toys.
They also perform different activities but they are usually child-friendly.
Ethical Dilemmas Faced by Robotics
Just like any other technological advancements, robotics also faces different
problems and dilemmas. Although the idea is to help people and make their lives a
lot easier than before, it is still not immune to different ethical dilemmas and possible
desirable outcomes. One of the dilemmas faced by robots is safety. Who should be
held accountable if someone’s safety is compromised by a robot? It is important to
know who should be blamed and who should be held responsible if such things
happen.
Another dilemma is the emotional component. This may seem a little absurd as of
the moment, but looking at how fast technology progresses nowadays, it is not
completely impossible for robots to develop emotions. So here, the questions
become, “What if robots become sentient? Should they be granted robot right?
Should they have their own set of rights to be upheld, respected, and protected by
humans?” It is just right for the robots to be given their own set of rights should they
develop the ability to feel different kinds of emotion.

SUMMARY

The Good Life

In modern times, there are different technological advancements in all forms
and sizes may it be inside the home, the workplace, the learning place, or
simply on the streets. It is now very accessible to almost anyone in the world.
It is not completely impossible to say that each person in the world owns at
least one technological device. Besides, technology is not enclosed to
expensive and high-end devices. Simple types of machines that can perform
simple task regularly can already be considered as form of technology.

Reference/ Suggested Readings

Janice Patria Javier Serafica, Greg Tabios Pawilen, Bernardo Nicolas Caslib,
Jr., Eden Joy Pastor Alata. Science, Technology, and Society. First Edition.
ISBN 978-971-23-8671-8

https://www.slideshare.net/memijecruz/historical-antecedents-of-science-
and-technology-152541982

https://www.studocu.com/ph/document/bulacan-state-university/science-
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 Assessment:

A. Explain. From the graphic organizer you completed at the very start of this
section, choose one technology in each category and give their risks and benefits as
regards to their purpose. Explain briefly each point you included.
Technology Benefits Risks

B. “My Ideal Technology”. Think of an issue (be it environmental, economical,

transportation, etc.), and come up with a technology that would somehow address
the issue. Give a description of the features of your technology. What are its benefits
and drawbacks to the society?
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