understanding Nation Building on science, tec and society

1. Science, Technology, and Society
• Lesson 2: The Role of Science and Technology
in Nation Building
• Presented by: [Your Name]
• Date: [Insert Date]

2. Learning Competencies
• - Explain how science and technology
contribute to nation building.
• - Identify key figures and institutions in the
Philippines that promote science and
technology.
• - Evaluate the impact of science and
technology on development and identity.

3. What is Nation Building?
• - Constructing a national identity through
state power.
• - Includes improvements in infrastructure,
education, health care, economy, and values.

4. Role of Science and Technology
• Sector-wise Contributions:
• Education - Enhances access and literacy
• Health - Improves diagnostics and treatment
• Agriculture - Boosts food security
• Economy - Drives innovation
• Disaster Risk - Enables planning
• Communication - Connects people

5. Importance of Science and
Technology
• - Drives national competitiveness
• - Enhances quality of life
• - Supports economic growth
• - Builds skilled workforce

6. Key Institutions in the Philippines
• - DOST – Main S&T agency
• - PCAARRD – Agriculture & natural resources
• - PCIEERD – Industry, energy & tech
• - NDRRMC – Disaster management

7. Notable Filipino Scientists
• - Dr. Fe del Mundo – Pediatrics pioneer
• - Dr. Diosdado Banatao – Microchip innovator
• - Dr. Jose Rodriguez – Leprosy research

8. Science & Tech Projects in PH
• - Project NOAH – Disaster monitoring
• - e-Jeepneys – Eco transport
• - PEDRO Center – Satellite imaging
• - Hybrid Rice – Food security

9. Class Discussion
• Think About:
• 1. How can science reduce poverty?
• 2. What is the government's role?
• 3. Should we rely on tech for everything?

10. Group Activity
• Instructions:
• - Choose a sector
• - Identify a problem
• - Suggest a science/tech solution
• - Present in class

11. Real-World Reflection
• Write 150–200 words:
• "How science and technology can help my
community grow"
• - Identify a real challenge
• - Suggest a solution

12. Quiz Time
• 1. Main science agency in PH?
• 2. TRUE/FALSE: Nation building =
infrastructure only
• 3. Leprosy scientist?
• 4. How can tech help in disasters?

13. Summary
• - S&T are key to nation building
• - They improve lives
• - Everyone has a role

14. Thank You!
• Questions? Clarifications?
• Let’s continue exploring how STS shapes our
world!