Science Standard I, Science Thinking
Lesson 150, Science in Personal and Social Perspectives: Part 1
Understanding the benefits of advances in science and technology
Understanding the impact of the Industrial Revolution on science
Understanding that manufacturing provides us with factory-made products
Knowing that because of the advances in agriculture, we now have plenty of food
Understanding that because of labor-saving machines and devices, work is no longer as hard for humans or animals
Knowing we have more leisure time to enjoy life through social activities, entertainment, hobbies, sports, etc., than in the past
Understanding that due to advances in medical science, we now live healthier and longer lives
Understanding that the Internet allows us to locate information in any part of the world in a few seconds
Knowing that we are now a mobile and more-connected society