ALFELOR SR.
MEMORIAL COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
COURSE OUTLINE
Subject Code: G.E. 7 Description: Agham, Teknolohiya at Lipunan Units: 3
School Year: 2019-2020 Sem: 2nd Day: MW Time: 5:30-7:00 Course: BSEd
I. COURESE DESCRIPTION:
This course discusses from a historical perspective the nature and the role of science and technology in society, and the socio-cultural and political-economic factors
affecting the development of science and technology.
II. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the students should be able to:
1. Gain knowledge on the role of Science and Technology in Society;
2. Implement the strategies for the improvement of Science and Technology Education in relation to development;
3. Apply the research finding for the development of Science and Technology in Society; and
4. Appreciate the cooperation of agencies in the development of Science and technology education.
III. COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Prelim, Midterm, Semi-Final, and Final Examinations
2. Oral and Written Reports
3. Other Oral Reports (Video Presentation)
IV. COURSE CONTENT AND TIME FRAME:
A. The roles of Science and Technology Education in national development. 15 Hours
1. The importance of Science and Technology in contemporary society.
2. The nature and relationship of Science and Technology.
3. Feature of contemporary Science and Technology.
4. Contexts of Science and Technology.
5. Contemporary Science and Technology: Some Important Characteristics
B. The influence of scientific and technological innovations on modern society. 18 Hours
1. Social institutions and social groups.
2. World views and human values.
3. Ethical ideas and issues.
4. The character of everyday life.
5. The fine arts.
6. International relations.
C. The influence of modern society on Science and Technology 15 Hours
1. Influence agents, types and effects
2. Social control of Science and Technology
3. Science, technology, and the future: new mentalities, new practices
4. The current state of STS field.
V. TEACHING METHODS AND STRATEGIES
Lecture/Reporting
Group Discussion
Film Viewing
VI. Utilization of Instructional Media
Video Presentation
Charts
Power Point Presentation
VII. EVALUATION SCEME
1. Term Examination 40%
2. Class Standing 40%
3. Exercises 20%
VIII. References:
Priscilla Signey Laconsay-Agsalud Science and Technology and Society Module Printed by: GBP Great Books Publishing 2012
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Submitted by: LEA JANE I. RAZONA Verified by : ADELAIDA P. HERNANDEZ Ed, D. Endorsed by: PROF. RUDYARD C. PESIMO
College Instructor Education Department Dean Administrative officer