Unit 2 Topic 4 STS

Topic 4: The Human Person Flourishing in terms of
Science and Technology
Learning Objectives
After successful completion of this module, you should be able to:
1. Apply the scientific method to research;

2. Explain the concepts of human flourishing and their importance for
the “common good” and present examples; and
3. Enumerate the different principles of human flourishing and discuss
how it affects the life of every human being.
Activating Prior Knowledge
Learning Activity: SPOT THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD
Direction: Each sentences below describes a step of the scientific method.

Match each sentences with the step of the scientific method listed below.
A. Identify the problem
B. Formulate a hypothesis
C. Test the hypothesis
D. Record and analyze data
E. Make conclusions and generalizations
F. Publish scientific work
1. Mark predicted that seeds would start to grow faster if
an electric current travelled through the soil in which
they were planted.
2. Scott said, “If I fertilize my orchid plants, they will
blossom.”stronger when she gave the hen feed, to which
extra calcium had been added.
3. Philip’s data showed that household cockroaches
moved away from raw mangoes.
4. Ameera’s fed different diets to three groups of tilapia.
Her experiment showed that tilapias need vitamins and
protein in their diet.
5. Angela’s experiment proved that earthworms move
away from light.
6. Justine wondered if dyes could be taken out of plant
leaves, flowers and stems.
7. Kathy used a survey to determine how many classmates
were left-handed and how many were right-handed.
8. Bob read about growing plants in water. He wanted to
know how plants could grow without soil.
9. Kevin said If acid rain affects plants in a particular pond,
it might affect small animals, such as crabs, that live in
the same water.”
10. Alicia’s experiment showed that chicken eggshells were
broken.
Presentation of Contents
The Scientific Method
Imagine digging the soil when suddenly, an unfamiliar organism- possibly a

worm emerges from the ground. One would normally try to observe it for a
period of time, and curiosity grows. One observes how the worms moves,
what and how it eats, and other behavior it manifests. This observer may
collate information gathered from various related sources and use these data
to compare worm with other worms. The observer is this case is going through
the process of making inferences.
Scientific inquiry is composed of a series of interrelated steps that begins with

an observation. This involves analyzing the surrounding and asking
questions. What is it to stimulate curiosity? What does individual want to
know more about? Utilizing the senses, preconceived ideas, and knowledge
on the topic at hand, and impelled by questions begging for answers, a person
explores and analyzes. This is the beginning of scientific inquiry, the
systematic way.
After information is collected, a hypothesis is formed. A hypothesis is a

statement on what could be a possible outcome or answer to the problem at
hand. An important thing to remember during this stage of the scientific
method is that once a hypothesis is developed, the individual should retain it,
even of the results of the experiment show that the idea was wrong. An
incorrect prediction does not mean that the experiment failed. Maybe, it just
means that the entire activity brought some new facts.
The following is a summary of the steps in the scientific method.
1. Identify the problem: A problem may arise from simply

experiencing that problems, or an observation of a certain
phenomenon, or an unexpected event.
2. Formulate a hypothesis related to the problem: This is simply
making a scientific guess about the problem. Along with this, an
individual need to browse and look for studies and related literature
that have something to do with the problem. The hypothesis may be
accepted or rejected depending on the result of the experiment.
3. Test the hypothesis by experimentation: Testing the hypothesis
could be done through experimentation and observation. It may be
conducted several times in case there are doubts with the results, or
until after the hypothesis is satisfactorily answered. It does not really
matter whether the results are positive or negative. What is more
important is the truth that lies behind the results.
4. Record and analyze data: While conducting research, there must be
a record of all the results from the start to finish. These data will be
very relevant in making the write up about the results of the study.
5. Make conclusions and generalizations: From the results, one can
now draw conclusions and generalizations. One may also give
recommendations based on the results.
6. Publish scientific work: It is important to disseminate the results of
the studies. Find ways to publish them rather than leave them on the
shelves to gather dust. The results may be useful to the community
especially to those who have the same interests. This is the essence of
any scientific study.
Human Flourishing
According to Aristotle, there is an end of all of the actions that we perform

which we desire for itself. This is what is known as Eudaimonia, flourishing,
or happiness, which is desired for its own sake with all other things being
desired on its account. Eudaimonia, is a term that combines the Greek words
for “good” and “spirit” to describe the ideology. Eudaimonia defines
happiness as the pursuit of becoming a better person. Eudaimonia is a
property of one's life when considered as a whole. Flourishing is the highest
good of human endeavors and that toward which all actions aim. It is success
as a human being. The best life is one of excellent human activity.
Eudaemonists do this by challenging themselves intellectually or by engaging
in activities that make them spiritually richer people.
For Aristotle, the good is what is good for purposeful, goal-directed entities.
He defines the good proper to human beings as the activities in which the life
functions specific to human beings are most fully realized. For Aristotle,
person's nature as a human being provides him with guidance with respect to
how he should live his life. A fundamental fact of human nature is the
existence of individual human beings each with his own rational mind and
free will.
Principles of Human Flourishing
1. Dignity of Human Person – innate personal values or rights which

demands respects for all people, regardless of race, social class and
wealth.
2. Common Good – sacrificing self-interest to provide for the basic
human needs of everyone makes the whole community flourish.
3. Preferential Option for the Poor – when decisions are made by first
considering the poor.
4. Subsidarity – when all those affected by a decision are involved in
making it.
5. Universal Purpose of Goods – the Earth’s resources serve every
persons’ needs, regardless of who “owns” them.
6. Stewardship of Creation – duty to care for the Earth as a (God-given)
gift is a personal responsibility for the common good.
7. Promotion of Peace – everyone has the duty to respect and
collaborate in personal relationship and at national and global levels.
8. Participation – everyone has the right and the duty to take part in the
life of a society (economic, political, cultural, religious)
9. Global Solidarity – recognition that we are all interconnected, part of
one human family.
Application
Activity 1: Applying the Scientific Method
Direction: Scientists used scientific method in their research, but it is also

used by people who aren’t scientist in everyday life. Even if you were not
consciously aware of it, you have scientific method many times when solving
problems around you. Apply the scientific method on what you observe
happening in the environment/community at 8:00 in the morning. Use data
sheet to write down your answer.
Guide Questions:
1. What do you think will happen if the steps in scientific method are in
different order?
2. If you would be adding more steps to the scientific method, what
would be these steps? Discuss the additional steps you are proposing.
Activity 2: Essay (15 sentences)

“Do not do unto others what you want others do unto you”
1. Why is forming relationship with others important in person’s life?

2. How would you categorize what is important in life and what is not?
Activity 3: FLOURISH-ING
Direction: Choose one among the eight principles of human flourishing and
explain/expound how these principle affects your everyday life as human
being.

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Topic 4: The Human Person Flourishing in terms of

Science and Technology

After successful completion of this module, you should be able to:

1. Apply the scientific method to research;

Activating Prior Knowledge

Learning Activity: SPOT THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD

Direction: Each sentences below describes a step of the scientific method.

The Scientific Method

Imagine digging the soil when suddenly, an unfamiliar organism- possibly a

Scientific inquiry is composed of a series of interrelated steps that begins with

After information is collected, a hypothesis is formed. A hypothesis is a

The following is a summary of the steps in the scientific method.

1. Identify the problem: A problem may arise from simply

According to Aristotle, there is an end of all of the actions that we perform

Principles of Human Flourishing

1. Dignity of Human Person – innate personal values or rights which

Activity 1: Applying the Scientific Method

Direction: Scientists used scientific method in their research, but it is also

Activity 2: Essay (15 sentences)

1. Why is forming relationship with others important in person’s life?

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