IV. Science, Technology and Society

1. Recognize how scientific discoveries are connected to technological innovations.

a. Give examples of technological innovations that resulted from various scientific discoveries.

B. Social ethics

1. Understand how scientific research and technology have an impact on ethical and legal practices.

a. Describe how scientific research and technology have an impact on ethical and legal practices in society.
b. Recognize that honest and complete reporting of data, and fair, logically valid interpretation of data are

2. Understand how commonly held ethical beliefs impact scientific research.

a. Discuss positive and negative influences of commonly held ethical beliefs on scientific practice.

C. History of science

1. Understand the historical development of major theories in science.

a. Describe and explain the significance of historical development of quantum theory, modern atomic theory, biological evolution, plate tectonics, etc.

2. Recognize the role of people in important contributions to scientific knowledge.

a. Describe the contribution of selected individuals who have made major contributions to particular disciplines. the hallmarks of good science, and consistently follow these practices.