DARAGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Salvacion, Daraga, Albay

NAME _________________ YEAR/COURSE/BLOCK __________ DATE __________

WORKSHEET # 1
Reflection on STS Issues

Objectives:

a. Make a reflection on a particular issue or problem in Science and Technology

b. Discuss the importance of STS in addressing these problems or issues

Procedures:

On the space below, paste a magazine or newspaper cutout of any photograph that
depicts an issue or problem in science and technology. The, answer the questions that follow.

Questions:

1. What is the issue or problem depicted in the photograph?

2. How does the issue or problem impact the well-being of humans today?

3. Why is it important for people to study and learn about STS as an academic field,
especially in addressing the issue or problem depicted in the photograph?
TASK 2: Activities in the Spheres of Earth

Direction: You are given two options for this activity. Choose
one and submit output on time to avoid deductions.

Option 1

In this research activity students will be learning about

different processes that take place in each sphere of the
Earth. Students will choose one activity or event that occurs
on Earth and explain how it affects all four different spheres.
For example, a student might choose to research how
volcanoes work. They would learn about the processes in
the geosphere that create volcanoes, how volcanoes affect
life in the biosphere, how lava flow can affect oceans in the
hydrosphere and how volcanic emissions can affect the
atmosphere.

Student Instructions

Now that you're familiar with each of the spheres, we're

going to be looking into activities or events that happen on
Earth and affect all four spheres. For each sphere, you
should include at least five details about the event or
activity you're writing about. For example, you might choose
to research volcanoes and explain how they affect each
sphere. Make sure to use credible sources such as those
from scientists, news outlets or universities. You should
compile your research into a 300-word essay. To make sure
you have all the information you need, please review the
criteria for success below.

Rubric Criteria

 Students describe one event or activity that takes place

on Earth and affects each sphere: geosphere,
hydrosphere, biosphere and atmosphere
 Students include at least five details for each event or
activity
 Research is compiled into an essay at least 300-500
words long

Option 2

 Make an illustration showing the Earth as a system

composed of different subsystems. Highlight how one
subsystem affects the other. Include brief but concise
discussion of your illustration.