Subject: Science, Technology and Society

Authors: Mr. Leopoldo B. Miranda and Mr. Jonie B. Cruz

Editor: Mr. Alexis Redel S. Pangilinan
Reviewer: Mr. Victor T. Reyes

Week 5
Lesson 5: Computer and the Age of Information
Description of the Lesson:

Information Technology
Technology’s role in society today and overall impact of living. Nearly everyone is
proud owner of some form of technology whether it is a mobile phone, iPod,
Laptop or Desktop Computer. In the contemporary history, the major highlights of
the information era were the introduction of modern computers and the internet.

Objectives (What I Need to Know)

At the end of this module, you will learn to:
1. Analyze the idea of how computer and the age of information made an impact;
2. Articulate ways by which society is transformed by science and technology; and
3. Familiarized with different inventors and their inventions.

Day 1: Pre-assessment (What I know)

Direction: Give the meaning of the following acronyms. Write your answers on your
answer sheet.
1. RAM – 2. WWW – world wide web 9. OTD- Integrated Organization
Random and Technology Development
Access
Memory
3. DRAM – 4. IBM – International 10. HTML- Hypertext Markup
Dynamic Business Machines corp. Language
Random
Access
Memory
5. USB – 6. CD – Compact Disk
Universal
Serial Bus
7. HTTP – 8. ARPANET Advanced
Hypertext Research Projects Agency
Transfer Network
Protocol

Lesson Content (What’s New)

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Signal

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 Shannon-Weaver Model of Communication

Compute and the Age of Information

In the contemporary history, the major highlights of the information era were the
introduction of modern computers and the internet. Aside from the general focus on
information accumulation, this era also emphasized the importance of using such
information to generate new ideas and concepts. The invention of the computer from the
early system of calculation of Charles Babbage in 1812 significantly made an impact.
On how the world progressed in the age of technology, this led to more technological
innovations, thereby transforming the landscape of society to become centered of new
digital industries.
Times have changed and it is evident in today’s kindergartens where some children are
being educated through iPods rather than chalkboards. One of the greatest influencers
that technology has on our adolescent lives other than for entertainment purposes is the
learning factor it possesses. In schools that allow word document other than notebooks, it
has definitely lightened their loads.
With your YouTube being the second most used search engine available in the world, it
not only delivers hilarious entertainment but it is also a man supplier of short
documentaries and informative programs. Information technology has altered the way
students are being taught. It has transformed countless hours studying from a book into
online, interactive websites accessible whenever the help is required. ICT has delved into
the basics of image editing and digitally enhancing a photo to change the overall
appearance of a selected image.
Technology has not only benefitted our learnings system styles, techniques, and the
quality of work but the convenience in which help is always readily available in some
ways, shape, or form.
On Education, it has open up a whole learning environment. Knowledge can easily be
processed with the help of internet technology now, and it is easier to help children with
special needs as well. Distance learning has become easier, and this is led to rise and the
literacy rate of the nation. E-learning and On-line education has made it very simple and
systematic to secure knowledge.
Personalized learning has come to the fore. Students can pick their own curriculum
with ease. Immediate response to queries and tests has made education the whole
education process a lot faster and more efficient. The use of computers in the classroom
has open up a whole new method of teaching and effectual learning.
Business has become more profitable with the help of various advance machines and
this has led to arise in the standard of living of the people. Company accounts and
costumer record can be easily stored and accessed, and this increase the market

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penetration of the business. Global collaboration and partnerships and easier to start and
maintain and this benefit involved with the international business.
1. Information Technology
 Nearly everyone is a proud owner of some form of technology whether it is a mobile
phone, iPad, laptop or desktop computer. Some children are being educated through
iPods rather than chalkboards. In schools that allow word document other than
notebooks, it has definitely lightened their loads.
 Youtube is the most used search engine that supply short documentaries and
informative programs. Students from books into online interactive websites
accessible whenever the help is required. Image editing and digitally enhancing
photo to change the overall appearance of a selected image.
 Distance learning has become easier, and this has led to a rise in the literacy rate of
the nation. (E-learning and online education)
 Personalized learning has come to the fore.
 Businesses have become more profitable with the help of various advanced machines
and this has led to a rise in the standard of living of people.
MESOAMERICANS
The Maya are native Mesoamerican people who developed one of the most sophisticated
cultures in the Western Hemisphere before the arrival of the Spanish

The Mayans knew how to make paper and have a pictorial script (often referred to as
Maya hieroglyphs)

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Day 2: Review
Direction: Let’s review the lesson you’ve learned yesterday. Do you understand the
lesson? If you have any questions or clarification regarding the topic you may ask your
instructor to explain it clearly.

Practice (What is it)

Direction: Describe the following famous scientist in the 18th and 19th century. Write
your answers on your answer sheet.
1. Michael Faraday – Contributions to Electricity and Magnetism (faraday’s law)
2. Arnold Toynbee – Logical Representation of history via rise and fall of various
civilizations in view of Scientific Evidences and Theories
3. Tobern Bergman – Made the Dissertation on Elective Attractions A.K.A Expanded Chem
Notations (gumagamit ng A, B, C, etc on Chem Species Identification)
4. William Kelly – First formulated the modern steel synthesis, ang result ay cheap steel na
makikita sa yero
5. Robert Mushet – Invented the mushet steel from idea of Kelly, a.k.a galvanized or
stainless steel
6. Thomas NewComen Invented the steam engine
7. Dennis Papin – invented mechanisms for steam engine, like the digester, at pressure based
mechanism (the backbone of the current pressure cooker)
8. James Watt – Invented modern steam engine from newcomen idea, also contributed to
unit of electricity, specifically the amount of energy transfer per given time, which was
first observcd with the watt steam engine
9. Barthelemy Thimonnier – invented the sewing machine
10. John Kay – invented the flying shuttle which was used alongside thimmonier’s sewing
machine/

Day 3: Valuing/Integration (What’s more)

Direction: Essay (choose one that is best for you to discuss or explain further). Write
your answer on the provided answer sheet.
1. What is the importance of Science and Technology in Contemporary Society?
2. What are the truths about Science and Technology in the Philippines today?
3. How do Science and Technology affect our Education System and our Business
today?
Subjective ito sir pero check nalang natin kung may relations yung sagot nila

Application (What I Can Do)

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Direction: Give the invention of the following famous scientist. Write your answers on
the provided answer sheet.
1. Charles Babbage – Computer,
2. Analytical and Difference engine 6. John V. Atanasoff –
3. Warren Weaver – Electronic Translator 7. Perry Crawford –
4. Alec H. Reeves – Pulse code modulator 8. Tommy Harrold Flowers –
5. Allan Turing – 9. Clifford Berry –
6. Konrad Zuse – 10. Frederick Calland Williams –

Post-Assessment (What I Have Learned)

How was your experience in sharing your invention? I’m sure that you are happy to share
it with your family and friends. For today, we will deepen your understanding in the
following activity.
Direction: Describe the following famous Scientist and give their major contributions or
inventions?
1. Charles Babbage – 6. John V. Atanasoff –
2. Warren Weaver – 7. Perry Crawford –
3. Alec H. Reeves – 8. Tommy Harrold Flowers –
4. Allan Turing – 9. Clifford Berry –
5. Konrad Zuse – 10. Frederick Calland Williams –

Congratulations! You’ve finish this module about the Historical Antecedent of

Science and Technology. What is your favorite activity on this module? What
things can you share that helps you to learn?

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Reminders/Message to student as he/she accomplished the module

1. Keep the following and put it on your portfolio:
- Draft of your invention
- Notebook
2. Give your teacher a message through chat or text about what have you
learned. Let your teacher know if you have any questions or clarification
regarding the topic, and suggestions that will help you for a better
understanding on the next topic.

Reference:
Science, Technology, and Society by:
John Miller A. Casas, Peirce M. Jusayan, Aida V. Menor, Steve P. Obanan, C&E
Publishing
Science, Technology, and Society
Edward Jay Mansarate Quinto Phd, LPT, Aileen Domondon Nieva, Meng, Che, RChe,
C&E Publishing
Digital Content Editor:

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 Bernardino C. Ofalia, C&E Publishing
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Answer Sheet for Lesson 5: Computer and the Age of Information

Day 1: Pre-assessment (What I know)
1. ___________________ 6. __________________
2. ___________________ 7. __________________
3. ___________________ 8. __________________
4. ___________________ 9. __________________
5. ___________________ 10._________________

Day 2: Practice (What is it)

1.___________________ 6. __________________
2___________________ 7. __________________
3. ___________________ 8. __________________
4. ___________________ 9. __________________
5. ___________________ 10._________________

Day 3: Valuing/Integration (Essay)

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Application (What Can I do)

1.___________________ 6. __________________
2___________________ 7. __________________
3. ___________________ 8. __________________
4. ___________________ 9. __________________
5. ___________________ 10._________________

Post-Assessment (What I have learned?)

1.___________________ 6. __________________
2___________________ 7. __________________
3. ___________________ 8. __________________
4. ___________________ 9. __________________
5. ___________________ 10._________________

Congratulations! Yahoo! You did well God Bless!

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