The shrinking world
How has technology made the world smaller? Internet Cell phones International Travel Media/Entertainment International News companies. United Nations/ and civic organizations(Red Cross, Peace Corp)
What do you own that was made in another country? What are the dangers of buying stuff from overseas? Not Regulated Cheaply made You might not get what you paid for
What impact has Space exploration had on today’s world?
Technology Transfer from NASA Teflon-coated fiberglass -has been used as a permanent roofing material for buildings and stadiums worldwide Liquid-cooled garments Lightweight breathing system for firefighters Developed a mechanical arm that allows surgeons to operate three instruments simultaneously
How can technological and scientific change impact the future? “Article Who’s afraid of the Big Bad Data” Scientific and Technological Change require ________ and ___________. Future research can impact our governments ability to fund other projects or fix other social problems. It can provide benefit but is the __________ worth it?
Technological and Scientific Change What fuels change?