PRESENT to FUTURE The term “ generation gap ” is attributed mainly to the changes brought by technology. These changes were brought about by the interplay of different factors but essentially, it was brought about by science and technology .
TWO TIMELINES IN HISTORY BCE CE 2000 BC = 2000 BCE 2000 CE = AD 2000 2000 BC = 2000 BCE = 3950 BP ≈ 4000 BP 2000 CE = AD 2000 = -50 BP ≈ -100 BP
Human Condition Before Common Era ( BCE )
The Human Condition Before Common Era ( BCE ) Our early ancestors’ primal need to survive paved way for the invention of several developments. Difficult but in a remarkably distinct way
The Human Condition Before Common Era ( BCE ) Homo erectus Homo sapiens “upright man” Lived: Between about 1.89 million and 143,000 years ago Used fire to cook “wise man” Lived: From Paleolithic Age (Stone Age) About 200,000 years ago Used stone as simple machine
The Ages Before Common Era (BCE) 1. Stone Age Palaeolithic (old stone age)- first use of stone tools c. 2.8 million BP – 12,800 BCE Mesolithic (middle stone age) - development of technology c. 12,500 – 9,500 BCE Neolithic (new stone age) – technological and social development; Homo sapiens sapiens emerged c. 9,400 – 7,000 BCE Chalcolithic (copper age) – transitional period where copper metallurgy appeared alongside use of stone tools c. 3,700 – 3,000 BCE 2. Bronze Age c. 2,000 – varies in every region 3. Iron Age varies in every region
Technology in the Stone Age
Technology in the Stone Age The Wheel used to move more quickly through the use of chariots and other wheeled vehicles
Technology in the Stone Age Flint knapping Used to shape stones for the creation of tools Created by chipping the stone away to create an edge
Technology in the Stone Age Fire Continued using fire for to control their environment, socialization, and cooking. Also used fire for hunting to scare animals toward kill sites.
Technology in the Stone Age Bow and Arrow Allowed humans to kill their target from longer ranges, helping to keep them safe.
Technology in the Stone Age Petroglyphs from around the world depict early use of weapons. Cave art in Spain and France - dating from 10,000 to 5,000 BC - show men fighting with bow and arrow Bow and Arrow
VENUS FIGURE Depicts a rudimentary carving of a voluptuous woman out of ivory or stone during the paleolithic period.
Technology in the Metal Age
Technology in the Metal Age: Bronze and Iron Age Weaponry Allowed cities to achieve more successful warfare and defense More efficient unlike Neolithic Age
Technology in the Metal Age: Bronze and Iron Age Tools Used to prepare, contain, cut, and cook foods Also used as personal grooming tool
Technology in the Metal Age: Bronze and Iron Age Clothing Used fur and animal skin for comfort against harsh winds and environmental conditions.
Technology in the Metal Age: Bronze and Iron Age Chariot Supreme military weapon primarily used in battles. Two standing persons, a driver and a fighter using bow-arrows or javelin
Technology in the Metal Age: Bronze and Iron Ag e Chariots and horse skeletons found in China which the archaeologists believe the tomb was dug as part of the funeral rites of a minister or other nobleman during the Eastern Zhou dynasty period, Chariot
Technology Before Common Era vs Common Era CONSTRUCTION OF STRUCTURES Egyptian pyramids Eiffel tower in Paris
Technology Before Common Era VS Common Era WATER TRANSPORTATION MODES Egyptian depiction Titanic ship circa 1912
Technology Before Common Era VS Common Era WAY OF COOKING Igniting two stones to produce fire Cooking food using microwave
Technology Before Common Era VS Common Era AGRICULTURE Egyptian depiction of Agriculture Modern Tool for Agriculture
Human Condition in the Common Era ( CE )
The Human Condition in the Common Era ( CE ) HOLOCENE EXTINCTION Also called Anthropocene extinction , or “Sixth extinction” 100,000-200,000 years up to present Pertains to the ongoing extinction of several species-both flora and fauna- due to human activity.
EXTINCTION The elimination of a species from Earth.
The Sixth Extinction: Holocene Extinction 1.5 million species have already been discovered on Earth to date. Actual amount of species is estimated between 10 and 100 million , that we don’t know of. Approx. 150-270 species are erased from existence everyday, including today. If we keep up what we’re doing now (pollution, deforestation), it will lead to the extinction of half of all plant and animal species by year 2100.
HOLOCENE EXTINCTION
Causes of Holocene Extinction 1. Primal need to survive
Causes of Holocene Extinction Growing population - More demand, less supply
Causes of Holocene Extinction Formation of Community Habitat destruction & Urbanization
Causes of Holocene Extinction Illegal Wildlife Trade/ Overexploitation
Causes of Holocene Extinction Global Warming and Pollution
The Rise of Economy People had a new objective– gather as much as possible. “those who have many, live comfortably”. A self-sufficient community has to accommodate their depleting resources, leading them to be reliant to other communities’ products Humanity’s primary goal was changed; from surviving to live a good life
Advent of Technology Advancements in medicine, technology, health, and education. Mortality rate Due to technology, lesser women and children die during birth. Advance medical care for premature infants.
Advent of Technology 2. Average Lifespan Science has able to prolong lives by enhancing living status Distribution of remedies & medicine is more easier
Advent of Technology 3. Literacy rate Access to education to more individuals has made easier.
Advent of Technology 4. Gross domestic product Higher country income is brought by high productivity, which indicates the presence of technology
The Essence of Technology
The Essence of Technology Good Life Achieve growth
ESSENCE VS PURPOSE He states that “ essence ” and “ purpose ” differs. Martin Heidegger
ESSENCE VS PURPOSE A means to achieve man’s end. It constitutes human activity, each period reveals a particular character regarding man’s being.
TECHNOLOGICAL REVELATION One of the many ways to perceive the world. Because of the technology, we view the world as a field of resource.
TECHNOLOGICAL REVELATION NATURE Renewable and Non-renewable HUMANS are reduced into the amount of productivity they are able to render during their lifetime
GOOD LIFE Is one which is practical in essence; a life which makes use of our labor and which we get paid fairly
SCIENCES Ultimately, technology aided the human being in revealing the truth .
DANGER! Because humans rely too much on technology, they lost sight of things that matter, reducing nature to their economic value. !
Backtracking the Human Condition
Because of TECHNOLOGY Human condition improved Improvement was measured by: level of comfort various scientific breakthroughs improved lifestyles (luxury)
DIFFERENT MACHINERIES AID Honing efficiency in industrial workplaces Assisting those with disabilities Exploring the universe places we can thrive
Things did not really much differ from before until the present People still wage wars on the basis of races, belief, and abundance of resources and territory
Pandemic diseases Lack of resources Lack of habitable territories Wars
RELIGION OR SCIENCE RELIGION SCIENCE A lot of people still subscribe to religion in explaining the things that they do not know Most of the people especially today depend on the scientific explanation of things that they do not know
RELIGION OR SCIENCE
People are still trying to discover and rediscover things that would give meaning to their lives Whether it be: Honor Strength Merit Technology does little aid them in their pursuit of life’s meaning
Technological advancements seemingly occurring in a rapid pace that our morality cannot quite keep up it offered us one compelling notion of the truth and the good