Module in Science and Technology and Society

Republic of the Philippines
Region V (Bicol)
Commission on Higher Education
Our Lady of salvation College
Tiwi, Albay
S.Y: 2021-2022
First Semester
Module in Science and Technology and Society
I. Short Introduction
Science Technology and Society is an essential course in the General Education for tertiary
education. It was conceptualize to develop deep application and critical understanding of the role of
science and technology in the development of people and the society. It deals with the interactions
between science and technology in social, cultural, political and economic context. It is an
interdisciplinary cause whereby students are engaged in learning myriad of scientific issues and
technological developments.
The students are expected to broaden their theoretical and practical understanding of STS as a
course and a field of study. It leads the students to acknowledge the science and that science and
society are inseparable. The development of scientific ideas draws inspiration from the physical and
natural world, and the society is always a recipient of the positive benefits of Science and
Technology.
II. Objectives
At the end of the lesson the students should be able to:
1. Discuss how the ideas postulated by Copernicus, Darwin and Freud contributed to the spark
of scientific revolution.
2. Analyze how scientific revolution is done in various parts of the world like in Latin America,
East Asia, Middle East and Africa.
Additional Objectives
3. Discuss the role of Science and Technology in the Philippine nation building.
4. Evaluate government policies pertaining to science and technology in terms of their
contribution to Nation Building.
5. Discuss the concept of science education.
6. Discuss the contribution of indigenous science in the development of science and technology
in the Philippines.
III. Title of the Lesson
Lesson 1 – Intellectual Revolution that define Society.

Lesson 2 – Science Technology and Nation Building.
Lesson 3 – Science Education in the Philippines.
Lesson 4 – Indigenous Science and Technology in the Philippines.
IV. Activities
LAS NO. 1
1. What is the contribution of Copernicus in the philosophy of science?
2. Do you think thought experiment is still useful in science in the present time?
3. Do you think the Church should intervene in scientific activities?
LAS NO. 2
1. What is Darwin’s contribution to modern science?

2. How can Darwin’s evolutionary theory influence the following fields in modern
times:
 Economy
 Agriculture
 Political Science
 Religion
LAS NO. 3
1. By looking for other sources and literatures, what are the controversies or questions
on Freud’s ideas?
2. How can you describe Freudian ideas as a scientist?
3. If Freud is still alive, what do you think are the major changes he would make to his
theory?
LAS NO. 4
1. How did society shape science and how did science shape society?
2. How do social and human issues influence science?
3. How do the political and cultural landscapes of the society affect the development of
scientific culture, science activities, and science literacy?
4. Considering the current state of our society, do you think science literacy among
people has contributed to the growth of our economy?
5. How can science influence government policies?
LAS NO. 5
1. Form a small group.

2. Review the history of science and make a timeline highlighting the major discoveries
and developments in science.
LAS NO. 6
1. What are the significant contributions of the Spaniards and Americans to the
development of science and technology in the Philippines?
2. What can you say about the state of science and technology during the Spanish and
American period?
3. How does school science shape science and technology in the country?
LAS NO. 7
1. Identify several issues int the Philippines. What science and technology-related
policies could be developed and implemented to solve these issues?
2. What can you say about the implementation of some science and technology
policies and projects in the country?
3. What are the laws related to science and technology in the Philippines from the year
2000?
4. How are these laws implemented?
LAS NO. 8
1. Identify several Filipino scientists.

2. Research on their contributions in the field of science.
3. Examine what made them pursue a career in science.
4. Present the result of your work in class.
LAS NO. 9
1. What other government projects and programs are available for science education
in the Philippines?
2. Are there private schools with outstanding science education programs? Identify
and compare their science education programs with public science schools.
Activity 1
1. Discuss science – related issues and problems in the country.

2. Identify science and technology policies that could be adapted or implemented
in the Philippines.
LAS NO. 10
1. What is your understanding of indigenous science?

2. What are the examples of indigenous science practices?
3. Why do some people believe in indigenous science?
4. Do you think indigenous science should be considered science?
5. What is the role of indigenous science in the development of science and
technology?
Activity 2
1. What is the role of indigenous knowledge in the development of indigenous

science?
2. What is the role of indigenous science in the development of science and technology
in the Philippines?
3. How do society and culture influence the development of science and technology?
Activity 3
1. Identify Filipino indigenous knowledge.

2. Research on the connection of indigenous knowledge to science and technology.
3. Present the result of your work to the class.
4. Conduct a survey within or at your nearby barangay about indigenous beliefs and
practices that has scientific knowledge.

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At the end of the lesson the students should be able to:

III. Title of the Lesson

Lesson 1 – Intellectual Revolution that define Society.

Lesson 3 – Science Education in the Philippines.

Lesson 4 – Indigenous Science and Technology in the Philippines.

1. What is Darwin’s contribution to modern science?

1. Form a small group.

1. Identify several Filipino scientists.

1. Discuss science – related issues and problems in the country.

1. What is your understanding of indigenous science?

1. What is the role of indigenous knowledge in the development of indigenous

1. Identify Filipino indigenous knowledge.

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