The document discusses the essential attitudes required for effective scientific inquiry, including creativity, objectivity, integrity, open-mindedness, and perseverance. It highlights the numerous benefits of science and technology in improving quality of life while addressing social and ethical issues that arise, such as genetic engineering and artificial intelligence. Furthermore, it emphasizes the limitations of scientific advancements and the responsibility to use knowledge and technology ethically and sustainably.

1. The Role of Science and
Technology in Society
Learning Objectives for JH1

2. Introduction
• Welcome! Today we will explore the attitudes
necessary for scientific inquiry, the uses and
benefits of science and technology, their
applications to social and ethical issues,
current limitations, and the responsibility we
have towards society and the environment.

3. Attitudes in Scientific Inquiry
• To carry out scientific inquiry effectively, we
need to show creativity, objectivity, integrity,
open-mindedness, and perseverance. Let's
explore what each of these means.

4. Creativity and Objectivity
• Creativity: Thinking outside the box to come
up with innovative solutions.
• Objectivity: Making decisions and drawing
conclusions based on evidence and facts, not
personal feelings or biases.

5. Integrity and Open-mindedness
• Integrity: Being honest and ethical in all
scientific endeavors.
• Open-mindedness: Being willing to consider
new ideas and perspectives, even if they
challenge your own beliefs.

6. Perseverance
• Perseverance: Continuing to work hard and
stay focused, even when experiments are
challenging or results are not what you
expected.

7. Uses and Benefits of Science and
Technology
• Science and technology have countless uses
and benefits. They improve our quality of life,
advance medical treatments, increase
agricultural productivity, and enhance
communication and transportation.

8. Everyday Benefits
• Consider how smartphones, the internet, and
modern medicine have transformed our daily
lives. These advancements are all thanks to
science and technology.

9. Science and Ethical Issues
• Science and technology can raise social and
ethical issues. For example, genetic
engineering, cloning, and artificial intelligence
present new challenges and ethical dilemmas.

10. Ethical Considerations
• We must consider the ethical implications of
scientific advancements. Questions about
privacy, security, and the potential for misuse
must be addressed responsibly.

11. Limitations of Science and
Technology
• Despite their benefits, science and technology
have limitations. They cannot solve all
problems, and sometimes they create new
ones. We must recognize these limitations and
work to address them.

12. Current Limitations
• Examples of limitations include the inability to
cure certain diseases, environmental
degradation, and the digital divide. Science
and technology are powerful, but they are not
perfect.

13. Responsibility Towards Society and
Environment
• We have a responsibility to use scientific
knowledge and technology wisely. This means
considering the impact on society and the
environment and striving for sustainability and
ethical use.

14. Being Responsible
• Promote responsible use of resources, reduce
waste, and support technologies that are
environmentally friendly. Encourage policies
and practices that benefit society as a whole.

15. Conclusion
• In summary, scientific inquiry requires certain
attitudes, and science and technology offer
many benefits. However, we must consider
ethical issues, recognize limitations, and use
our knowledge responsibly.

16. Questions and Answers
• Feel free to ask any questions you have about
today's topics.

17. Thank You!
• Thank you for your attention and
participation. Remember to always stay
curious and responsible in your scientific
endeavors.