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When the technology and humanity cross

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OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION COURSE DESIGN
COURSE SYLLABUS
1.COURSE SPECIFICATIONS
Course Title Science, Technology, and Society Course Code: GE 7
Course
Description
The course deals with interactions between science and technology and social, cultural, political, and economic contexts that shape and are
shaped by them (CMO No. 20, series of 2013). 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.
SY/Semester 2024-2025/1
st
Semester Credit Units 3 units = 3 hours lecture / week
Program(s) to
which it
contributes
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
Prerequisite/
Corequisite
None
2.VISION AND MISSION OF NwSSU
VISION MISSION
The premier technological university in the region providing transformative education
where graduates are globally competitive, innovative, and responsive to the
demands of a changing world.
(BOR No. 101 s. 2022)
NwSSU shall lead in providing highly technical and professional education and lifelong
learning in the trade, fishery, agriculture, science, education, commerce, engineering,
forestry, nautical, and other emerging programs in the digital age. It shall generate cutting-
edge technology and undertake sustainable community development in accordance with
the university mandates, thrusts, and directions. (BOR No. 101 s. 2022)
3.INSTITUTIONAL GRADUATE OUTCOMES (IGO)
NwSSU IGO Operational Indicators
IGO1. Creative and
Critical Thinkers
⮚Solves problems ⮚Receptive to new ideas

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⮚Generates new and innovative ideas
⮚Exhibits questioning mind
⮚Makes a sound judgment
IGO2. Life-long Learners
⮚Manifests willingness to learn
⮚Updates knowledge, skills and qualification
⮚Accepts challenges while calculating risks
⮚Applies theory to practice
⮚Influences transformative change
IGO3. Effective
Communicators
⮚Demonstrates good and oral and written communication
⮚Expresses thoughts clearly and responsibly
⮚Listens attentively and emphatically
⮚Responds to social issues and problems
IGO4. Morally and
Socially Upright
Individuals
⮚Leads a morally and socially upright life
⮚Demonstrates ethics and professionalism
⮚Responds to community development needs
⮚Advocates environmental conservation and cultural preservation
⮚Manifests gender sensitivity
⮚Shows social maturity in dealing with others
4.PROGRAM GRADUATE OUTCOMES (PGO)
NWSSU-IGO PGO Code BSES Program Graduate Outcomes
IGO1. Creative and
Critical Thinkers
ES01 Equipped with sufficient knowledge on the scientific theories and techniques needed to monitor and understand environmental quality (CMO
No. 35, s. 2005)
ES04 Able to employ a rational structured approach to solving environmental problems. (CMO No. 35, s. 2005)
ES02 Able to integrate and apply the various disciplines towards the understanding of environmental problems. (CMO No. 35, s. 2005)
IGO2. Life-long
learner
ES02 Able to integrate and apply the various disciplines towards the understanding of environmental problems. (CMO No. 35, s. 2005)
ES03 Articulate and in-depth knowledge regarding relevant local, regional, and global environmental issues (CMO No. 35, s. 2005)
IGO3. Effective
Communicator
ES01 Equipped with sufficient knowledge on the scientific theories and techniques needed to monitor and understand environmental quality (CMO
No. 35, s. 2005)
ES04 Able to employ a rational structured approach to solving environmental problems. (CMO No. 35, s. 2005)

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ES02 Able to integrate and apply the various disciplines towards the understanding of environmental problems. (CMO No. 35, s. 2005)
IGO4. Morally and
Socially Upright
Individuals
ES01 Equipped with sufficient knowledge on the scientific theories and techniques needed to monitor and understand environmental quality (CMO
No. 35, s. 2005)
ES03 Articulate and in-depth knowledge regarding relevant local, regional and global environmental issues (CMO No. 35, s. 2005)
5.COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the course, the students should be able to:
ESO1 ESO2 ES03 ES04
LO1. Articulate the impacts of science and technology on society, specifically Philippine Society
1 1 2 2
LO2. Explain how science and technology affect society and the environment and its role in nation-building
2 1 2 2
LO3. Critique human flourishing vis-à-vis the progress of science and technology such that the student may be
able to define for himself/herself the meaning of a good life
2 1 2 2
LO4. Examine the implications of science and technology in attaining a sustainable and healthy society
1 1 2 2
1-Introduced 2-Reinforced 3- Practiced
6.MAJOR COURSE OUTPUTS (MCO)/OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND GRADING SYSTEM
LEARNING OUTCOMES REQUIRED OUTPUT DUE DATE
MCO1: Concept Invention Paper with Blueprint Week 9
MCO2: Innovative Invention Week 17
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Aside from the major course outputs stated above, the following learning activities are required:

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1.Group/Individual Presentation
2.Group Activity
3.Recitations
GRADING SYSTEM:
This course shall use Grading Category __B__.
To pass this course, one must accumulate at least 75 points through the course requirements discussed above.
The maximum points that a student can obtain through each requirement are shown below:
Requirement/Assessment Task Weight
Major course output 40%
Major exams 30%
Class standing 30%
TOTAL 100
7.LEARNING PLAN
LO Course Contents / Subject Matter
Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
LO1
Historical Antecedents in Which
Social Considerations Changed the
Course of Science and Technology
In the World:
Ancient
Middle &
Modern Ages in the Philippines
Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Google Classroom
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Week 1-3

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LO Course Contents / Subject Matter
Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading
Criteria: provide
transparency in evaluation
and help students
understand the
expectations for each
assignment.
LO1. Articulate ways
by which society is
transformed by
science and
technology.
Intellectual Revolutions that defined
Society
1.Copernican
2.Darwinian
3.Freudian
Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Week 4-5

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LO Course Contents / Subject Matter
Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
the subject matter. defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
evaluation and help students
understand the expectations for
each assignment.
Science and Technology and Nation
Building
1.The Philippine Government S
and T Agenda
2.Major Development Programs
and Personalities in S and T in
the Philippines
3.Science Education in the
Philippines
Selected Indigenous Science
and Technologies
Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
evaluation and help students
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Week 6-7

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LO Course Contents / Subject Matter
Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
understand the expectations
for each assignment.
LO2. evaluate the
human condition in
pursuit of the good
life within the context
of science and
technology (CLO’s 2
and 3), (9 hour)s
Human Person Flourishing in terms
of Science and Technology
1.Technology as a Way of
Revealing Human Flourishing
Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
evaluation and help students
understand the expectations for
each assignment.
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Week 8
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
Week 9
The Good Life Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
Laptop
Projector
Week 10-11

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LO Course Contents / Subject Matter
Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
evaluation and help students
understand the expectations for
each assignment.
Group/messenger
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
LO3. Examine
human
Experiences and
government
policies involved
in the upholding
of human rights
amid
technological
When Technology and
Humanity Cross
Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Week 11-12

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LO Course Contents / Subject Matter
Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
ethical dilemmas
(CLO’s 2 and 3),
(9 hours)
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
evaluation and help students
understand the expectations
for each assignment.
Why the future does not need us? Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Week 13

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LO Course Contents / Subject Matter
Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
evaluation and help students
understand the expectations
for each assignment.
The Information Age
(Gutenberg to social media)

Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Week 14

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LO Course Contents / Subject Matter
Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
evaluation and help students
understand the expectations
for each assignment.
LO4. Discuss the
ethics and
implications of the
different issues in
STS and their
possible impacts,
(CLO’s 1, 2 and 3)(15
hours)
Biodiversity and the Healthy Society
Genetically Modified Organisms:
Science, Health, and Politics

Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
evaluation and help students
understand the expectations for
each assignment.
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Week 15
Gene Therapy
1. Stem Cells
Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Module
Week 16

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LO Course Contents / Subject Matter
Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
evaluation and help students
understand the expectations for
each assignment.
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Mandated Topics
1. Climate Change and the Energy
Crisis
2. Environmental Awareness
3. Alternative Energy Resources
Socratic Method: In this
approach, students actively
investigate questions and
topics of interest, fostering
curiosity and independent
research skills.
Active Learning: It involves
engaging students in activities
such as group discussions,
debates, problem-solving
Quizzes and Tests: a formal
assessment that measures
students’ knowledge on specific
topics.
Assignments: It assess
students’ ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to
practical solutions.
Presentations: Allow students
Laptop
Projector
Group/messenger
Module
Reference Books
Articles from the
Internet
Videos
Week 17

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Teaching and Learning
Activities (Methodology)
Assessment Resources Timeframe
exercises, and hands-on
projects.
Problem-Based Learning:
PBL centers around solving
real-world problems related to
the subject matter.
to demonstrate their
understanding of a topic in front
of the class.
Discussions and Debates:
students’ express opinions,
defend arguments, and engage
in critical analysis of various
perspective.
Rubrics and Grading Criteria:
provide transparency in
evaluation and help students
understand the expectations for
each assignment.
FINAL EXAMINATION
Week 18
8.REFERENCES/SUGGESTED READINGS

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Serafica, J. P., Pawilen, G. T., Caslib Jr., B. N. and Alata, E. J. P. (2018). Science, Technology, and Society. Rex Book Store, Inc., Sampaloc, Manila.
ISBN 978-971-23-8671-8.
Ariola, Mariano M. (2018) Science, Technology, and Society. Unlimited Books Library Services & Publishing, Inc. Manila: Philippines. ISBN 978-621-
427-024-8.
Lourdusamy, J. (2022). Nanoscale: Society’s Deep Impact on Science, Technology, and Innovations in India. University of Chicago. ISBN
9387280705.
Rip, A. (2018). Futures of Science and Technology in Society. Springer Fachmedien. ISBN 10 3658217545.
Reddy, S. et.al (2022). Nanotechnology: Its scope in Agriculture.DOI:10.1088/1742-6596/2267/1/012112
Ben-Naim, (2015). Information, entropy, life and the universe, Singapore: World Scientific.
Ciliberto, E.L. (2015). Information: From Maxwell’s demon Landauer’s erasure. Physics Today, 68, 30-35.
Davidson, M. (2025). Zacharias Janssen. https://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/optics/timeline/people/janssen.html.
Hickel, J. (2015). Forget ‘developing’ poor countries, It’s time to ‘de-develop’ rich countries. The Guardian. http://www.theguardian.com/global-
development-professionals-network/2015/sep/23/developing-poor-countries-de-develop-rich-countries-sdgs.
Hisoc, H. (2016). Magnetic field effects in proteins. Molecular Physics.
Copernican https://tinyurl.com/9x5c8mzk
Darwinian https://tinyurl.com/bjr4xymm , https://tinyurl.com/z6c3mbwj https://tinyurl.com/4fwtbsdk https://tinyurl.com/367vzdbs
Freudian https://tinyurl.com/ezxst6ca
Information https://tinyurl.com/u9hvvhf9 https://tinyurl.com/exk9ywmt
World’s Greatest Inventions https://tinyurl.com/2zx78kmk
Philippine Great Inventions https://tinyurl.com/a348h5b5
European Intellectual
Movement https://tinyurl.com/ythwe29x
What Is A Paradigm? https://tinyurl.com/hvr6euz
Mesoamerican https://tinyurl.com/245vd2ps https://tinyurl.com/9h385rsw
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JONATHAN T. TAN SHIAN A. MORALLOS ARMANDO A. ALVIOLA, PhD
Part-Time Lecturer Program Chairperson, BSES Dean, College of Criminal Justice and Science
Date of Submission: _____________ Date: _________________ Date: ______________________
Base Syllabus Information
Syllabus Author Mary Grace Aque Monsanto
Date of Creation August 1, 2024
Revision/Update of Syllabus
Syllabus Deliberated with BSES Chairperson with Faculty
Date of Deliberation August 16, 2024
Revision No. none
Date of Latest Revision none