Class
JSS2
Term
Third Term
Week
Week 10
Topic
Science and Technology in Society
Duration
40 Minutes
Instructional Materials
- Charts showing modern technology devices
- Pictures of computers, mobile phones, robots, and machines
- Video clips on technological inventions
- Internet-enabled devices
- Models of simple machines
- Flash cards
Reference Books
- NERDC Basic Science Curriculum for JSS
- STAN Basic Science for Junior Secondary Schools
- Evans Basic Science for Junior Secondary Schools
- Comprehensive Basic Science by A.O. Ogunniyi
Specific Objectives
At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define science and technology.
- Explain the relationship between science and technology.
- State the importance of science and technology in society.
- Identify areas where science and technology are used.
- Mention advantages of science and technology.
- State disadvantages of science and technology.
- Explain the impact of science and technology on daily life.
Introduction
Science and technology are very important in modern society. Science helps us to understand the world around us, while technology helps us to apply scientific knowledge to solve problems.
Today, almost every aspect of life depends on science and technology.
Meaning of Science
Science is the systematic study of the natural world through observation and experimentation.
Meaning of Technology
Technology is the application of scientific knowledge to create tools, machines, and systems that solve human problems.
Relationship Between Science and Technology
Science provides knowledge, while technology uses that knowledge to create useful tools and innovations.
Example:
- Science explains electricity
- Technology uses electricity to power devices
Importance of Science and Technology in Society
- Improvement in healthcare
- Better communication
- Improved transportation
- Increased food production
- Access to information
- Industrial development
Areas Where Science and Technology Are Used
- Medicine and health
- Agriculture
- Education
- Transportation
- Communication
- Engineering
- Industry
Advantages of Science and Technology
- Makes life easier
- Saves time and effort
- Improves health services
- Increases productivity
- Enhances communication
- Improves security systems
Disadvantages of Science and Technology
- Environmental pollution
- Unemployment due to automation
- Cybercrime
- Overdependence on machines
- Health issues (screen addiction)
Impact of Science and Technology on Society
Positive Impacts
- Faster communication
- Improved education through e-learning
- Better medical treatment
- Efficient transportation systems
Negative Impacts
- Air and water pollution
- Loss of traditional skills
- Increased electronic waste
- Social isolation
Practical Activities
Activity 1: Discussion
Discuss devices used at home that depend on technology.
Conclusion: Technology is part of daily life.
Activity 2: Observation
Observe mobile phones and computers.
Conclusion: These are products of science and technology.
Activity 3: Group Work
List uses of science in medicine and agriculture.
Conclusion: Science improves human life in many areas.
Conclusion
Science helps us understand nature, while technology applies this knowledge to solve human problems. Both have greatly improved modern society, although they also have some negative effects.
Evaluation
Answer the following questions:
- Define science.
- Define technology.
- State the relationship between science and technology.
- Mention four areas where science is used.
- State five advantages of science and technology.
- List three disadvantages of technology.
- Explain two positive impacts of technology.
- What is communication technology?
- State two uses of science in health.
- Explain why science is important in society.
Objective Questions
Choose the correct answer from A–D.
- Science is the study of ______.
A. machines only
B. natural world
C. buildings
D. money
Answer: B
- Technology is the application of ______.
A. money
B. scientific knowledge
C. farming only
D. games
Answer: B
- Science helps us to ______.
A. ignore problems
B. understand nature
C. stop learning
D. avoid machines
Answer: B
- One area where science is used is ______.
A. fashion only
B. medicine
C. entertainment only
D. gambling
Answer: B
- A disadvantage of technology is ______.
A. better health
B. pollution
C. communication
D. education
Answer: B
- Mobile phones are examples of ______.
A. science theory
B. technology
C. plants
D. animals
Answer: B
- Science and technology help in ______.
A. backwardness
B. development
C. laziness only
D. confusion
Answer: B
- One positive impact of technology is ______.
A. better communication
B. hunger
C. illness
D. pollution only
Answer: A
- Automation may lead to ______.
A. more jobs always
B. unemployment
C. farming
D. education
Answer: B
- Science is based on ______.
A. guessing only
B. observation and experiment
C. dreams
D. stories
Answer: B
Essay Questions
- Define science and technology and explain their relationship.
- State the importance of science and technology in society.
- Discuss advantages and disadvantages of science and technology.
- Explain the impact of technology on daily life.
- Mention areas where science is applied.
Assignment
- List five technological devices used at home.
- Explain three advantages of science.
- Write three disadvantages of technology.
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