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Define Technology
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the use of knowledge, ideas and tools to exert control over theenvironment, such as to improve living conditions, communication and efficiency
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What is UNESCO,
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization - whichwas developed with the aim of advocating for and contributing towards peace andsecurity in the world through collaboration in education, science , culture andcommunication among nations
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What are the 4 main aspects of technology?
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* Technology as applied practical knowledge
* Technology as hardware * Technology as organisation of knowledge * Other (eg assistive technology) |
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What does 'technology as applied practical knowledge' consist of?
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The knowledge, skills, ideas and expertise that are used in a particularsituation in order to meet human needs and wantsr
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What does "technology as hardware" consist of?
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The appliances, mechanisms and gadgets that can be used to assist aperson or to make a task easier or more efficient
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What does "technology as organisation of knowledge" consistof?
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Communications, media, the internet and home entertainment systems areall aspects of technology that organise knowledge to make it available topeople
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What is "Assistive technology"?
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It is technology that can be used by people who have an impairment ordisability to function more effectively within society
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What is the "Industrial Revolution"?
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The Industrial Revolution began in Britain in the 18th century and wascharacterised by major changes in agriculture, manufacturing, mining andtransport.
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What are the 7 reasons for the development of technology?
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Acronym : BIGCORE
* Betterment of society (social betterment)*Improvement on existing technology * Global community emergence * Competition with existing technology * Other *Response to social problems * Economic benefit |
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Describe 'Social betterment'
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Technology can be used to promote social change for the betterment orimprovement of society as a whole
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