Nature's Nexus: Exploring the Bonds Between Science and Society

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Unit 1

Unit 1 INTRODUCTION TO STS

Nature of Science: Explores the fundamental principles and methodologies of scientific inquiry, including observation, experimentation, and theory-building.
Nature of Mathematics: Discusses the role of mathematics in scientific exploration, emphasizing its use as a language for describing natural phenomena and solving practical problems.
Nature of Technology: Examines the definition and characteristics of technology, highlighting its role as a tool for solving problems and enhancing human capabilities.
The Physical Setting: Investigates the physical environment in which science and technology operate, including the Earth's geology, atmosphere, and climate.
The Living Environment: Explores the interactions between living organisms and their environments, focusing on ecosystems, biodiversity, and ecological relationships.
The Human Organization: Studies the social structures and institutions that shape human interactions with science, technology, and the environment, including governance, economics, and cultural beliefs.

Unit 2

Unit 2 GENERAL CONCEPTS IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND SOCIETY

2.1 Ancient Times:

The origins of scientific inquiry and technological innovation in ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Greece.

2.1 Medieval/Middle Ages:

Discusses the role of mathematics in scientific exploration, emphasizing its use as a language for describing natural phenomena and solving practical problems.

Nature of Technology:

Examines the definition and characteristics of technology, highlighting its role as a tool for solving problems and enhancing human capabilities.

The Physical Setting:

Investigates the physical environment in which science and technology operate, including the Earth's geology, atmosphere, and climate.

The Living Environment:

Explores the interactions between living organisms and their environments, focusing on ecosystems, biodiversity, and ecological relationships.

The Human Organization:

Studies the social structures and institutions that shape human interactions with science, technology, and the environment, including governance, economics, and cultural beliefs.

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Unit 3

Unit 3 SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, SOCIETY, AND THE HUMAN CONDITION

Technology as a Mode of Revealing:

Explores how technology serves as a means to uncover, reveal, and understand aspects of the natural world and human society.

Technology as Poiesis:

Applicable to Modern Technology?: Examines the concept of poiesis, or creative production, in the context of modern technology and its potential for shaping human existence.

Questioning as the Piety of Thought:

Discusses the importance of questioning and critical thinking in navigating the complexities of science, technology, and society.

Enframing Way of Revealing in Modern Technology:

Investigates Heidegger's notion of "enframing" and its implications for understanding the role of technology in modern society.

Human Person Swallowed by Technology:

Explores the phenomenon of individuals becoming increasingly immersed in and dependent on technology, potentially leading to a loss of autonomy and agency.

Art as a Way Out of Enframing:

Considers the role of art as a means of transcending the enframing influence of technology and reconnecting with aspects of human existence that lie beyond its grasp.

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Nature's Nexus: Bonds Between Science and Society