DOCUMENT: SYLLABUS COURSE: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND SOCIETY COPIES ISSUED TO: (COPIES)

College of Computing and Information Technologies

COURSE CODE: GESTS01X Learning Resource Center
DATE OF EFFECTIVITY: AUGUST 2021
Faculty

VISION CORE VALUES

We are National University, a dynamic private institution committed to national building,
recognized internationally in education and research. 1. Integrity 2. Compassion 3. Innovation 4. Resilience 5. Patriotism

MISSION GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES INTENDED FOR

Guided by the core values and characterized by our cultural heritage of Dynamic Filipinism, INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)
NATIONALIANS (GAINs)
National University is committed to providing relevant, innovative and accessible quality a. Exhibit the capacity for self-reflection
education and other development programs. 1. Conscientious and Reflective Leader b. Exhibit the willingness to engage in self-appraisal
We are committed to our: c. Apply moral and ethical standards in leading others
 STUDENTS, by molding them into life-long learners, ethical and. Spiritual citizens 4. Significant Contributor towards Social d. Express ideas effectively
and self-directed agents of change. Transformation e. Effectively use various ICT tools to convey ideas
 FACULTY and EMPLOYEES, by enhancing their competencies, stimulating their f. Participate actively in community-oriented advocacies that
6. Possessing an Entrepreneurial Mindset
passions, cultivating their commitment, and providing a just and fulfilling work contribute to nation building
environment. g. Produce alternative solutions, processes, and approaches
 ALUMNI, by strengthening their sense of pride through engagement, loyalty and h. Apply problem-solving skills
7. Knowledge Creator
love for their alma mater. i. Provide solutions to challenges in respective areas of
 INDUSTRY PARTNERS and EMPLOYERS, through active collaborations, specialization
providing them Nationalians who will contribute to their growth and development. 10.Competent Communicator and
j. Work effectively in teams of different cultures
 COMMUNITY, by contributing to the improvement of life conditions and well-being Collaborator
of its members. k. Engage in continuing personal and professional
development
ILO
GENERAL EDUCATION OUTCOMES (GEO)
a b c d e f g h i j k
1. Engage in self-reflection of their personal values and the extent to which their ethical values and behaviors are congruent P
2. Engage in self-appraisal voluntarily for academic, personal, and professional advancement P
3. Observe moral and ethical standards when responding to situations that demand ethical inquiry P
4. Express themselves clearly and appropriately in various social, academic, and professional contexts P
5. Use appropriate technologies in various social, academic, and professional communication P

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 6. Contribute their knowledge and skills to their own communities and the broader society P
7. Explore novel perspectives and approaches for a wide range of contexts and everyday situations P
8. Develop skills in gathering, organizing, refining, analyzing, and evaluating information and ideas necessary for solving a variety of
P
issues
9. Develop new ideas, products, or solutions aligned to 21st century milieu P
10. Demonstrate skills, knowledge, and values necessary for effective teamwork in academic, personal, and professional contexts P
11. Engage in academic, personal, and professional development necessary for the advancement of the field and society as a whole P

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This interdisciplinary course engages students to confront the realities brought about by science and technology in society. Such realities pervade the personal, the public, and the global aspects of our living and
are integral to human development. Scientific knowledge and technological development happen in the context of society with all its socio-political, cultural, economic, and philosophical underpinnings at play. This
course seeks to instill reflective knowledge in the students that they are able to live the good life and display ethical decision making in the face of scientific and technological advancement. This course includes
mandatory topics on climate change and environmental awareness.

PRE-REQUISITE(S)
None

LEARNING OUTCOME (CO)

GENERAL EDUCATION OUTCOMES (GEO)
At the end of the course, the student must be able to (LO):
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
1. Understand the progress of science, technology and society and be able to define the meaning of the good
P P
life and its effect in the society, environment, and its role in nation-building.
2. Recognize scientific and technological endeavors to value healthy lifestyle towards the holistic and P
P
sustainable development of society and the environment.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and promote creative solutions guided by the standards in the local and P P P P P P P
international settings.

CREDIT
3 Units
TIME ALLOTMENT
4.00 hours every week

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COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Submission/Passing of:
Performance Activities (Assignment, Exercise, Seatwork, Recitations, others)
Long Exams
Course Culminating Activities

CLASS POLICIES
1. Attendance is necessary for each student to obtain maximum benefits for instruction, 80% attendance for one trimester is required.
2. Failure to wear a complete uniform will be considered an absence and the student will not be allowed to take any examination.
3. Special examination is only given for excused absences. Excuse letter duly signed by the parents/guardian, or a medical examination (in case of sickness) is required.
4. Students may bring their cellular phones to class provided these are placed in silent mode. These should not be used during class hours except during extreme necessities. Cellular phones should be
switched off during examinations.
5. Students should be in complete uniform and exam permits should be presented during major examinations.
6. Any form of cheating will not be tolerated.
7. Students are expected to wait for 15 minutes for a one (1) hour class and 20 minutes for a one and a half (1½) hour class before leaving if the instructor is not around. However, the class president is
expected to check with any CCS professor if a substitute professor will take over.

GRADING SYSTEM
Grading :
Assessment Task - 30%
- Seatwork - Recitation - Others
- Assignment - Exercises

Long Exam – 20%

Final Project - 50%

COURSE CONTENTS

COURSE
WEEK LEARNING TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
OUTCOMES
1-2 LO1 Class Orientation    Presentation
 University Readings: Metacognitive
Mission & 1. University Manual Reading Report
Vision   2. Ali, S., Hussain, T., Zhang, G., Nurunnabi, M., & Li, B. (2018). The Implementation of
 College Mission Sustainable Development Goals in “BRICS” Countries. Sustainability, 10(7), 2513.
& Vision   3. https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org › documents
 Course Syllabi  
 CAM

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 COURSE
WEEK LEARNING TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
OUTCOMES
 Course Project

Sustainable Development
Goals (SDG) Philippine
Settings

Readings:
Introduction to STS
1. Welcome to ST 112 Science, Technology, and Society www.colby.edu › sts
2. https://www.f.waseda.jp/sidoli/STS_Intro_01.pdf
 STS: The
3. https://www.slideshare.net/memijecruz/human-flourishing-in-science-and-technology-
Antecedents
3–4 technology-as-a-mode-of-revealing
 Human Presentation
4. D. B. Resnik and K. C. Elliott, “The Ethical Challenges of Socially Responsible Science,”
Flourishing
Account. Res., vol. 23, no. 1, pp. 31–46, Jan. 2016, doi:
 The Good Life
10.1080/08989621.2014.1002608.
5. “Technology Definition According to Mark Zuckerberg - GineersNow.”
https://gineersnow.com/industries/definition-technology-according-mark-zuckerberg
(accessed Mar. 26, 2021).

 Paradigm shift Reaction Paper

and scientific Readings:
revolutions 1. https://www.slideshare.net/michael.mccabe/paradigm-change
5–6  Technology 2. Prevett, R. (2018). 18 Disruptive Technology Trends For 2018. Retrieved from
Presentation
Innovation https://disruptionhub.com/2018-disruptive-trends/
Invention 3. https://prezi.com/a5mp6aabi_ea/presentation-on-disruptive-innovation-theory/?
frame=07d6eb9bb52cf8e545c01c6cf29a251fdcd3c704
Project Proposal

*** Long Exam

7
Checking / Approval of Project Proposal
1. The Magician's Twin: C.S. Lewis and the Case against Scientism
Shaping Nature https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPeyJvXU68k
2. “That Sugar Film (2014) - IMDb.” https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3892434/ (accessed Mar.
 The nature of 26, 2021).
8–9 Presentation
LO2 science 3. “Aristotle - the three parts of the soul.”
controversies http://www.tripartite-soul-theory.com/aristotles/three-parts-soul.html (accessed Mar. 26,
 Biodiversity and 2021).
Environmental 4. https://www.sjsu.edu › people › courses › astro10
Sustainability 5. https://www.oeaw.ac.at/en/ita/topics/technology-controversies/

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 COURSE
WEEK LEARNING TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
OUTCOMES
 Climate Change

Shaping Society

 e-Learning
 e-Government and e- Readings:
10 – 12 governance 1. https://documents.uow.edu.au/~bmartin/pubs/08globalization.html Poster
LO3
2. https://www.nap.edu/read/23674/chapter/5#53 Learning Journal
(Philippine Settings)
3. https://bigthink.com/think-tank/10-examples-of-settled-science-that-are-controversial
 Technology and
humanity cross

13 Project Presentation / Final Examination

13.5 Consultation / Other Concerns

References

Prieto, Nelia G. 2019 Science, Technology, and Society

Tanguiling, Ma. Louisa 2019 Science, Technology, and Society
Aldea, Kathryn Idrisha 2018 Science, Technology, and Society
Serafica, J, & Javier, P. 2018 Science, Technology, and Society
McNamara, SJ., & Daniel, J. 2018 Science, Technology, and Society

PREPARED BY: REVIEWED BY: APPROVED BY:

SUSAN S. CALUYA ARLENE TRILLANES

Faculty, CCIT GE Coordinator - CCIT Dean, CCIT

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