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LESSON V

Science and Technology and Its Role in Nation Building

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this lesson, the learner should be able to:

 Describe the role of science and technology contribute to national

development;
 Creatively present the importance and contributions of science and technology to
society.


INTRODUCTION

The advent of science and technology brought progress not only in our country but in the
entire world. Its development determines to a large extent the socio-economic progress of a
country. It is a well-known fact that it is directly associated with modernity and it is an essential
tool for a rapid development and progress of a country.

Science Education in the Philippines

Science is important to everyone. School science education should support the

development of scientific literacy in all students as well as motivate them to pursue careers in
science, technology, and engineering. Science is useful because of its links to technology and
industry, which, from a national perspective, are areas of high priority for development. It
develops students’ scientific inquiry schools, values, and attitudes, such as objectivity, curiosity,
and honesty and habits of mind including critical thinking.

In Philippines and around the world, people are talking about a science and technology-
based world and a knowledge-based economy. Given the expectations and skills required to live
successfully in such an environment and the varied problems of science education in the country,
there is a need to rethink what the vision of science education is.

One of the questions that maybe asked is: Does the science curriculum in basic education
provide avenues for students to engage in science and encourage them to take science-related
careers?

The implementation of the K-12 basic education program does not bode well for science
education. Science education starts only in Grade 3 which is not comforting for the improvement
of science and math education.

The new science program decongests the competencies and arranges them in spiral
progression. While in the old curriculum, a specific discipline is being offered per grade level such
that general science is offered in the first year, biology in the second year, chemistry in the third
year and physics for the fourth year. In the K-12 program the different disciplines in science
which are life science, chemistry, physics and earth science are incorporated in every level. In
terms of instruction, the science program shifts from traditional methods of teaching to a more
innovative exploration that emphasizes the enhancement of the students’ critical thinking and
scientific skills. The new curriculum utilizes learner-centered approach such as the inquiry based
learning pedagogy.
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Importance of Science and Technology to National Development

Development at any phase is always linked with technology and technology happens when
there is advancement in science. Modernization in every aspect of life is the greatest example of
the implementation of science and technology in every nation. With introduction of, modern
gadgets in every walk of life, life has become simple and this is possible only because of
implementing science and technology together. Without having modern equipment in all sector,
be it in medicine, infrastructure, aviation, electricity, information technology or any other field,
the advancement and benefits that we face today would not have been possible.

A nation’s development and prosperity is judged to a large extent by the status of science and
technology of the nation. Science and technology are key drivers to development, because
technological and scientific revolutions underpin economic advances, improvement in health
systems, education and infrastructure.

Today, countries are classified as developed and developing countries. The major
categorization is based on the economy and the application of science and technology. Countries
which have a strong base in science and technology are the ones that developed faster. A few
examples are countries like Japan, Russia, Brazil, China, and many more. It is estimated by the
World Bank that seven of the ten largest economies of the world by 2020 would be in Asia: China,
Japan, India, Thailand, South Korea and Taiwan. A few decades ago, these countries were known
to have poor policies, low discipline and no advancement. But with the introduction and proper
implementation of science and technology in an effective manner, they made great advancements
across the globe.

The role that science and technology has played in improving the life of people across the
globe is vivid and has made life a lot easier and a lot better with the advancement in medicine,
remarkable development in education, communication, agriculture, business and industry.

Science and technology hold the key to the progress and development of any nation.
Technology plays a fundamental role in wealth creation, improvement in the quality of life and
real economic growth and transformation in any society.

A nation who is not able to prosper in these aspects would never be able to sustain its life and
may have to depend on other nations. Without proper implementation of science and technology,
no nation could grow and all those nations that were labeled as low in growth have proven where
they stand today and all that happened because of science and technology.

Importance of Science and Technology

Today, we cannot expect our life without science and technology revolving around it every
single second. Science and technology are extremely essential in our everyday life as they have
made things simpler, fast, and secured.

Almost everything that we see around us is the gift of science and technology. Be it the smart
phones, fan, wheel, vehicles, cloth, paper, toothbrush, electricity, microwave, vehicles, radio,
television, laptops, etc., everything is the result of science and technology.

Here are What Science and Technology do for us:

1. It helps us save time and money. Various contribution of science and technology have helped
us save time and money. While science has given us the knowledge Why baked or steam-cooked
food is better than the fried or oily food, technology has gifted us with microwave and steam-
cooker that help as bake and steam cook our food. Various objects like computers, modes of
transport, washing machines help us save time and energy.
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2. Education. Science and technology have made significant contribution in the education field as
well. Technology has made education itself easier. It has provided us options like smart classes,
multimedia devices, e-libraries, e-book, etc.

3. Internet. Information technology, including internet, is an excellent gift or technology. With

the help of internet, we do not get only immense knowledge on science and other subjects, but we
also get to stay connected with our friends and family.

4. Provide us devices for comfortable sleeping, quick cooking and fast commute. With the
help of object like AC microwave and vehicles, science and technology have made our sleeping,
cooking, and commuting process easier and faster.

5. It helps us live a better life. While science has made significant contributions in health by
providing treatment or various chronic diseases, technology has benefited us in receiving those
treatment through various ways and devices like X-ray, scan machine, operation devices,
pacemaker, and many more. We are also blessed with numerous exercising equipment, various
health apps, online doctor and other things that help us maintain good health and life.

Impact of Technology on Society

Technology by itself is not harmful to society uses technology to achieve specific goals is
what results into negative impacts of technology on the society. Humans need to use energy to
process products in factories, to run cars, to light homes and also run technological machines like
computers, but the only way we can do this without affecting the environment and society is by
shifting from exhaustible energy sources to renewable and inexhaustible energy sources like
solar/wind energy. Technology has contributed to various aspects of life.
(https:/www.use-of-technology/com/society-impact-tech-society )

 Technology has improved transportation. Transportation is one of the basic areas of

technological activity. Both society and businesses have benefited from the new transportation
methods. Transportation provides mobility for people and goods. Transportation, like other
technologies, can be viewed as a system. It is a series of parts that are interrelated. These parts all
work together to meet a certain goal. Technology has made possible all types of transportation and
these include: (1) road transportation used by automobiles; (2) air transport which is used by
airplanes; (3) water transportation which is used by ships and speedboats; and (4) space
transportation used to go to the moon. Technologies like automobiles, buses and truck have
improved the way humans move and how they transport their goods from one place to another.
 Technology has improved communication. Communication is used for a number of
purposes. Both society and organizations depend on communication to transfer information.
People use technology to communicate with each other. Electronic media like radios, televisions,
internet, social media have improved the way we exchange ideas which can develop our societies.
In many countries, radio and televisions are used to voice the concerns of society. They organize
live forums where the community can contribute through mobile phones or text services systems
like tweeter. Communication technologies like televisions, radio and internet and mobile
communication technology to grow and improve their business.
 The World Wide Web has proven to be an enormous information base from which
information can be retrieved by means of search engines. Information from all around the world is
housed on the web. With the development of web technology, the information can be organized in
an organized manner and relevant information can be retrieved on supplying search strings to web
search engines. Digitization of information has been a major breakthrough in the world of
information technology.

Technology has improved education and the learning process. Education is the backbone
of every economy. People need well and organized educational infrastructures so that they can
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learn how to interpret information. Many schools have integrated educational technologies in their
schools with the aim of improving the way students learn. Technologies like smart whiteboards,
computer, mobile phones, iPad, projectors and internet are being used in classrooms to boost
students morale to learn.In the past, when there was no technological advancement, education was
usually difficult to access and comprehend. Today, people can get educated even at their doorsteps
without going to a building called university or college to collect their certificates. Distant
learning and on-line study have made this possible.

The Role of Science and Technology in Nation-Building

It is a well-established fact that science and technology impact all aspects of our lives as
well as the planet we live on. The changes induced by science and technology have for the most
part benefited mankind although there is many a case where science and technology-based
innovations have been used for the detriment of mankind, pursued for either wealth and power or
both. It is the responsibility of all concerned to ensure that science and technology is used widely
to benefit mankind (Ratnasiri, 2006).

Science and technology has been one of the main driving forces of the economic growth
of nations. Most developed countries have generated new technologies with potential to result in
dynamic economic performance.

This, however, has not been the case with most of the developing countries and their
developmental plans have not given emphasis and importance to science and technology and in
particular to research I the science and technology aspects. Countries like India, South Korea, and
Taiwan in the region have achieved much through science and technology and stand out as having
demonstrated the absolute importance of science and technology for economic growth. These
countries are example for developing countries.

The impact of technology on society without doubt is going to be even more marked in the
future. It is then paramount importance to generate and develop new knowledge in science and
technology for application nationally through our own research capability. It is also necessary to
concentrate on the rapid transfer and exchange of proven technologies from other nations to reap
the benefits of the global trends to stimulate our economic growth that science and technology
plays a decisive role on the economic growth of nations is a foregone conclusion. It is then
pertinent to also consider and rethink about the role of scientists and technologists in stimulating
the economic well-being of the country.

It is well accepted that scientists and technologists must necessarily generate new knowledge
by engaging in meaningful and appropriate research and developmental activities. A question
needs to be posed to the researchers as to whether their role should be limited to only the narrow
confines of creation of new knowledge. If scientists and technologists are to contribute
significantly to social and economic changes resulting in the development of the country, their
role should expand beyond generation of new knowledge and assume the role of advising the
decision makers and finally making the decisions on the science and technology prospects,
choices and priorities for the country.

How can scientists and technologists contribute to achieving the multiple role which is a
dire necessity for the economic development of the country?

Researchers, as creators of new knowledge, must focus their work on nationally and
globally important and competitive areas of research which are multidisciplinary in nature. This
means that the results of research must be goal and result- oriented, tangible and significant. On
the other hand, scientists and technologists should be totally committed to add and develop
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significantly to the knowledge base in science and technology aspects which are of economic
importance to the nation.

The Role of Science and Technology in the Developing World in the 21 st Century

Developments in science and technology are fundamentally altering the way people live,
connect, communicate and transact, with profound effects on economic development. According
to Lee Roy Chetty (2012), science and technology are key drivers to development, because
scientific and technological revolutions underpin economic advances, improvements in health
systems, education and infrastructure. The technological revolution of the 21 st century are
emerging from entirely new sectors, based on micro-processors, telecommunications, bio-
technology and nano-technology. Products are transforming business practices across the
economy, as well as the lives of all who have access to their effects. The most remarkable
breakthroughs will come from the interaction of insights and application arising when these
technologies converge.

Through breakthroughs in health services and education, these technologies have the
power to improve the lives of poor people in developing countries. Eradicating malaria and cures
for other diseases which are endemic in developing countries are now possible, allowing people
with debilitating conditions to live healthy and productive lives.

The extent to which developing economies emerge as economic powerhouses depends on

their ability to grasp and apply insights from science and technology and use them creatively.
Innovation is the primary driver of technological growth and drives higher living standards.

To promote technological advances, developing countries should invest in quality

education for youth, continuous skills training for workers and managers, and should ensure that
knowledge is shared as widely as possible across society.

The state of science and technology determines the socio-economic progress of a country.
It is a well-known fact that national progress is highly correlated to the capacity of a country to
produce local industrial goods for domestic needs and that industrialization is very much
dependent on the application of science and technology.
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ASSESSMENT TASK

REFLECTION

Draw what you think our society or the world would be without science and technology.
In one paragraph, present your reasons for your drawing. Use ¼ illustration board.
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Lesson VI. Government Laws, Policies, Plans and Projects Pertaining to Science and
Technology

Learning Outcomes:

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

 describe the science and technology environment from 1986-2016;

 identify government laws, policies, plans and projects pertaining to science and
technology;
 have a glimpse of the status of science and technology and plans for its development
under President Rodrigo Roa Duterte; and
 appraise their contribution to the development of science and technology in the country.

INTRODUCTION

The role that science and technology has played in improving the life and conditions of
people in the world is vivid. Because the Philippines is a developing country, the status of science
and technology in our country is still below par when compared with countries like Japan and
USA. There is a great need therefore to enact more laws and strengthen existing ones to improve
science and technology including research and development in the country.

Science and Technology Environment From 1986 to 2016

President Corazon Cojuangco Aquino highlighted the importance of science and

technology in achieving economic progress. She helped establish the Department of Science and
Technology (DOST) which formulated the Science and Technology Master Plan 1991-2000. At
that time, the Philippines aimed to be a Newly Industrialized Country (NIC).

Succeeding presidents have had their fair share of policies geared towards improving the
sector. President Fidel V. Ramos introduced laws on investors’ incentives and science and
technology scholarships while President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo adopted policies focusing on a
national innovation system and promoted technological entrepreneurship under the Medium-Term
Development Plan 2004-2010.

The most recent National Science and Technology Plan 2002-2020 is largely focused on
building technological self-reliance. Meanwhile, the Harmonized Agenda for science and
technology presented to President Benigno Aquino in 2014 highlighted two critical issues:
inclusive growth and disaster risk reduction.

Critical technologies to address these issues have been developed and this include LiDAR
processing, remote sensing and microsatellites (DIWATA-1).

Government Policies and Laws Pertaining to Science and Technology

To improve and strengthen science and technology including research development; it is

necessary that government enact laws. Several laws have been enacted by Congress since 1958 to
present. They are as follows:

 R.A. 2067 – “Science Act of 1958”- An Act To Integrate, Coordinate and Intensify
Scientific and Technological Research and Development and To Foster Invention To Provide
Funds Therefore and for Other Purposes.
 R.A. 3589 – An Act Amending RA 2067 Modifying the National Science Development
Board, National Institute of Science and Technology, and the Philippine Atomic Energy
Commission, Extending Tax Exemption, Privileges and Grants, Requests and Donations for
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Scientific Purposes to Private Educational Institutions and For other Purposes enacted June 22,
1963.

 R.A. 5207 – An Act Providing for the Licensing and Regulation of Atomic Energy
Facilities and Materials, Establishing the Rules of Liability for Nuclear Damage and for Other
Purposes.

This Act was approved June 15, 1968 to encourage, promote, assist the development and use
of atomic energy for peaceful purposes as a means to improve the health and prosperity of the
inhabitants of the Philippines and to contribute and accelerate scientific, technological,
agricultural, commercial, and industrial progress.

 Presidential Decree No. 49, s. 1972 established the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical
and Astronomical Services (PAGASA). Its function was to provide environmental protection and
to utilize scientific knowledge to ensure the safety of the people.
 Presidential Decree No. 334, s. 1973 created the Philippine National Oil Company to
promote industrial and economic development through effective and efficient use of energy
resources.
 R.A. 8749 – The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 was enacted by Congress on June 23,
1999 to protect and preserve the environment and ensure the sustainable development of its
natural resources.
 R.A. 8792 – An Act Providing for the Recognition and Use of Electronic Commercial
and Non-Commercial Transactions and Documents, Penalties for Unlawful Use Thereof and For
Other Purposes passed in June 15, 2000.

This Act aims to facilitate domestic and international dealings, transactions, assignment,
agreements, contracts and exchanges and storage of information through the utilization of
electronic, optical and similar medium mode, instrumentality and technology to recognize the
width and reliability of electronic documents related to such activities and to promote the
universal use of electronic transactions in the government and the general public.

 R.A. 9367 – “Biofuels Act of 2006” – An Act to Direct the Use of Biofuels, Establishing
for this Purposes the Biofuel Program, Appropriating Funds Therefore, And for Other Purposes.

This Act was enacted by Congress on June 12, 2007 to develop and utilize indigenous and
sustainable sources, clean energy sources to reduce dependence on imported oil.

 R.A. 9513 – “The Renewable Act of 2008” was passed by Congress to accelerate the
development of the country’s renewable energy resources by providing fiscal and non- fiscal
incentives to private investors and equipment manufacturers/fabricators/suppliers.
 R.A. 10175 – Philippines Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 passed September 12,
2012. An Act Defining Cybercrime, Providing for the Prevention, Investigation, Suppression and
the Imposition of Penalties Therefore and For Other Purposes.
 R.A. 10612 – an Act Expanding the Coverage of the Science and Technology Scholarship
Program and Strengthening the Teaching of Science and Mathematics in Secondary Schools and
For Other Purposes.

This Act shall be known as the Fast-Tracked Science and Technology Scholarship Act of
2018. It shall strengthen the country’s Science and Technology education by fast-tracking
graduates in the science, mathematics, and engineering who shall teach in secondary schools
throughout the country. Towards this end, scholarship shall be provided to finance the education
of talented and deserving students in the third year of college and pursuing a degree or training in
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the area of science and technology and to provide incentives for them to pursue a career in
teaching in high schools in their home regions.

 R.A. 10844 – An Act Creating the Department of Information and Communication

Technology (DICT) which was signed into law on May 23, 2016.

In accordance with the law, the Department of Information and Communications Technology
(DICT) shall be the primary policy planning, coordination, implementing, and administrative
entity of the Executive branch of the government that will plan, develop, and promote the national
ICT development agenda.

Major Science and Technology Development Plans

 Science and Technology Master Plan (STMP). This plan was submitted to the
President of Science and Technology (DOST), Department of Agriculture (DA), Department of
Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Transportation and Communication (DOTC), as well as
the presidential adviser on public resources and three academic institutions directly involved in S
& T. the development of fifteen (15) leading edges to steer the country toward industrial
development were: (1) aquaculture and (2) marine fisheries, (3) forestry and (4) natural resources,
(5) process industry, (6) food and (7) feed industry, (8) energy, (9) transportation, (10)
construction industry, (11) information technology, (12) electronics, (13) instrumentation and
control, (14) emerging technologies, (15) pharmaceuticals.

To attain the objective set in the STMP the following strategies were pursued: modernize the
production sectors through massive technology transfer from domestic and foreign sources;
upgraded the R & D capability through intensified activities in high priority sector and S& T
infrastructures development such as man power development ; and develop information networks,
institutional building and S& T culture development.

 Science and Technology Agenda for National Development (STAND Philippines

2000). This plan was initiated during the term of President Ramos and it embodied the country’s
technology development plan in the medium-term, in particular, for the period 1993-1998.
 The STAND identified seven export winners, 11 domestic needs, three other supporting
industries, and coconut industry as priority investment area. The seven identified export winners
were computer software; fashion accessories; gifts, toys, and houseware; marine products; metal
fabrications; furniture; and dried fruit. The domestic needs included food, housing, health,
clothing, transportation, communication, disaster mitigation, defense, environment, manpower
development and energy. Because of their linkage with the above sectors, three additional support
industries were included in the list of priority sectors, namely: packaging, chemicals, and metals.
Lastly, because of its strategic importance, the coconut industry was included in the list.
 National Science and Technology Plan (NSTP 2002-2020). The Department of Science
and Technology (DOST), with the mandate of formulating S&T policies, programs, and projects
on support of national development priorities has remained, driven by these guiding visions, stated
in the NSTP mainly:

By 2004, S&T shall have contributed significantly to the enhancement of national productivity
and competitiveness and to the solution of pressing problems.

By 2010, the Philippines shall have earned riches and become a world class knowledge
provider and user in selected science and technology areas, and shall have developed a vibrant
S&T culture.

By 2020, the Philippines shall have developed a wide range of globally competitive products
and services which have a high technological content.
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The 12 priority areas for S&T development are:

a.) Agriculture, forestry & natural resources;

b.) Health and medical services;

c.) Biotechnology;

d.) Information and communication Technology

e.) Microelectronics;

f.) Materials, science and engineering;

g.) Earth and marine services;

h.) Fisheries and aquaculture;

i.) Environment;

j.) Natural disaster mitigation;

k.) Energy; and Manufacturing and service engineering.

Status of Science and Technology and Plans for Development under President Rodrigo Roa-
Duterte

The Duterte administration reassured its commitment to science, technology and innovation
sector. This was established in the increase in the budget of the Department of Science and
Technology (DOST). In a speech of President Duterte delivered by Budget Secretary Benjamin E.
Diokno during the opening of the National Science and Technology Week 2017, he stated that the
budget of DOST has quadrupled in the last seven years “from P50 billion in 2010 to P208 billion
in 2017. The budget for research and development grew by nearly 6X over the same period of
time from P1 billion in 2009 to P5.8 billion in 2017. This was disclosed in his speech during the
celebration of the National Science and Technology Week at the World Trade Center in Pasay
City on July 11, 2017.

In the 10-point economic agenda, the promotion of science, technology and creative arts was
included to enhance innovation and creative capacity towards self0sustaining inclusive
development. S&T, must create an avenue for development in various sectors, such as in the
economy.

DOST Secretary Fortunato de la Pena identified the focus of the Department as technology
transfer and commercialization thus ten percent of its overall budget was allocated for technology
transfer. This resulted to generation of 1000 new intellectual properties that can be adopted in just
one year.

Major accomplishments of the Duterte administration are:

 Entry into the frontiers of space through its support to the Philippine Space Technology
Program. DIWATA-1 satellites which was launched in 2016 was made by Filipino scientists who
were trained in Japan. The DIWATA-2 which will be launched in 2018 has improved the
capabilities to better monitor the country. This was made by another batch of Filipino scientists.
This space technologies can also be utilized in other sectors, such as in agriculture and disaster
preparedness.
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 A Memorandum of Agreement between Russia and the Philippines regarding the space
program will soon materialize.
 Republic Act 11035 “An Act Institutionalizing the Balik Scientist Program” was signed
into law by the President on June 15, 2018. This law would give more incentives to returning
Filipino experts, scientists, inventors, and engineers who would share their expertise in the
country.
 On telecommunication, Department of Information and Communication Technology,
National Telecommunication Commission and telecommunication companies have agreed to
standardized voice call charges to P2.50.
 On weather, 271 new weather stations were installed by the Department of Science and
Technology throughout the country. The Zamboanga Doppler Weather Radar System was also
installed.

Assessment Task

1. In your own views what are the functions of Science and Technology in your community?
Explain briefly.

2. Prepare a listing with the brief explanation of government policies in relation to the
development and functions of Science and Technology.

Reflection

A. Write your personal/reaction to the major accomplishments of the Duterte administration

on its plan for development. Attach clippings from newspaper magazines to support your views.
(Not less than 150 words)

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