MEDICAL COLLEGES OF NORTHERN PHILIPPINES

Alimannao Hills, Peñablanca, Cagayan 3502

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Subject Code : GEC 7

Subject Title : SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY
Term : MIDTERMS
Semester : INTERSESSION CLASS School Year: 2020

Name: Year & Section:

Proctor:
Score:_______________________________

I. ANALYTICAL QUESTIONS. Answer the following questions in Science, Technology and Society. See
attached rubric for scoring.

1. Among the scientific revolutions, which one greatly affected you and the society and how did it change
the general view of science and technology?

2. What is the role of science and technology in nation building? Is Philippines a strong nation with regards
to its science and technology? Justify your answer

3. What do you think is the best invention that benefits human well-being and why do you say so?

4. Compose a letter addressed to the government stating your personal issues and experiences towards
science education in the Philippines and as a student, who is considered to be the receiver of the
implementations of the said plans and programs, recommend possible solutions to improve science
education in the country.

5. Does higher exposure with science and technology makes a person happier? If someone is happy, does
it also mean he/she has a good life? Why?

6. You wanted to help your cousin to regain the trust of her parents but that means you are going to lie.
What will you do? Will it be ethical? Justify your answer.

7. Is technology influencing humanity or is humanity influencing technology? Justify your answer.

8. With the advancement of artificial intelligence that tries to replace human work force in many fields, do
you think the future will still need us?

-GOD BLESS-

Prepared by:

JEMYLYN B. RARANGOL, LPT

General Science Instructor

Checked by: Checked by:

RODEL C. ESPINO, LPT MELANIE M. PALOGAN, RPh

Cluster Head, General Science Program Coordinator, College of Pharmacy

Reviewed by: Approved by:

WINNIE T. CANCEJO, RRT, MPH PRESENITA C. AGUON, Ph.D.

Quality Assurance Representative, MCNP Vice President for Academic Affairs
Rubrics:
  3 2
INTRODUCTI Well-developed introduction
ON engages the reader and
Background/His creates interest. Contains
tory detailed background
information. Thesis clearly
CONCLUSION states a significant and
compelling position or belief.
Conclusion effectively wraps
up and goes beyond
restating the thesis.  ends.
MAIN POINTS The main idea or a thesis
Body statement is clearly defined.
Paragraphs There may be more than one
key point. Appropriate
relevant information and
details are shared from a
variety of sources including
personal experiences,
observations, and prior
knowledge. Supporting
details are accurate,
relevant, and helpful in
clarifying the main idea(s).
ORGANIZATI Logical progression of ideas
ON with a clear structure that
Structure enhances the thesis.  are present equally
Transitions Transitions are mature and
graceful.
MECHANICS Punctuation, spelling,
Spelling, capitalization are correct.  No
punctuation, errors.
capitalization
1  Score
Introduction creates Introduction  
interest. Sufficient adequately explains
background the background, but
information is may lack detail. 
provided. Thesis Thesis states the
clearly states the position or belief.
position or belief. Conclusion is
Conclusion effectively recognizable and ties
summarizes topics.   up almost all loose
The main idea can be The main idea can be  
identified. The writer identified. The writer
shares relevant shares some
information, facts information, facts
and experiences.  and experiences, but
There is a clear may show problems
distinction between going from general
general observations observations to
and specifics.  specifics. Stronger
Supporting details support and greater
are relevant and attention to details
explain the main would strengthen this
idea. paper.
Logical progression of Organization is clear.  
ideas.  Transitions Transitions are
present. 
throughout essay.
Punctuation, spelling, A few errors in  
capitalization are punctuation, spelling,
generally correct, capitalization. (3-4)
with few errors. (1-2)
Total