1. TECHNOLOGY: An Introduction

2. TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION is . . .
“A study of technology, which provides an opportunity for student to learn about the processes and knowledge related to technology that are needed to solve problems and extend human capabilities.” (R1, pg.242)

3. AREAS OF TECHNOLOGY COMMUNICATION CONSTRUCTION MANUFACTURING
POWER AND ENERGY
TRANSPORTATION
BIOTECHNOLOGY

4. TECHNOLOGY IS . . .
“Human innovation that involves the generation of knowledge and processes to develop systems that solve problems and extend human capabilities.” (R1, pg.242)

5. TECHNOLOGY IS NOT . . . Things from Nature trees birds fish
These things are impacted by technology, but not examples of technology

6. TECHNOLOGICALLY LITERATE means . . .
“The ability to use, manage, understand, and access technology.” (R1, pg.242)

7. IMPACTS OF TECHNOLOGY Society Culture Economy Environmental Politics
Ethical Considerations

8. Impacts of Technology Technology is increasing at an exponential rate.
Impacts can be positive or negative and intended or unintended

9. Technology and Other Disciplines

10. Technology Assessment
Describes a variety of techniques for determining the effects of the interaction of technology and society.

11. Process for determining trends
Collect Information and evaluate Its Quality
Compare and contrast the information
Examine relevancy
Investigate the background of experts
Synthesize the Information and Draw Conclusions

12. Process for determining trends
Takes into account the historical events, global factors, economic factors, risks that can be incurred, and tradeoffs.
Assessment
Choose the best course of action
Forecast possible trend