1. You should be able to discuss general ideas about the practice of science common to the different natural science disciplines.

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1 Each new power won by man is a power over man as well. Each advance leaves him weaker as well as stronger. In every victory, besides being the general who triumphs, he is also the prisoner who follows the triumphal car. SCI10 AA: Science and Society AA Ateneo de Manila University 1 st Sem, :30 am - 9:30 am, SEC B 201A Instructors: Dr. Regina C. So Ms. Frances C. Vega -C.S. Lewis, The Abolition of Man, 1947 A. Course Description This course aims to present a synthesis of the most significant scientific principles of modern times, and in doing so, discuss the impact of science on culture and society and provide a more holistic understanding of the nature of science and technology. It will also discuss the most significant theories of science. The approach is interdisciplinary and shall cover the various sciences, including physics, biology, chemistry, and earth and environmental science, as well as their sub-disciplines such as cosmology, material science, and molecular biology. In line with the Ateneo LS vision, examples will show the global nature of S&T and how these affect the country and the Asian region, and bring into focus the values that a Filipino, Catholic, and Jesuit center of excellence of higher learning upholds. Activities will highlight the opportunities for transforming social habits and cultural mindsets. B. Course Objectives By the end of the course, 1. You should be able to discuss general ideas about the practice of science common to the different natural science disciplines.

2 2. You should be able to assess/do problem solving using logical, analytical and critical thinking as shown in the practice and process of science. 3. You should be able to discuss contemporary issues in the realm of S&T, whose outcomes are determined largely by non-science factors. 4. Also in line with the Ateneo LS vision, you should be able to reflect on your values and how you and your generation can transform society through your profession and leadership. C. Course Outline and Time Frame WEEK DATE ACTIVITY COMMENTS 15 Introduction / Ground 1 Jun M rules 17W The Practice of Science 19F The Practice of Science 2 22M Lecture / Discussion Asian Parliamentary Debate Seminar 24W Lecture / Discussion 26F Lecture / Discussion 3 29M Lecture / Discussion ADS Exhibition Debate Jul 01W Lecture / Discussion 03F FACULTY DAY 4 06M Lecture / Discussion DEBATE 1 Deadline of Debate 1 Evaluation 08W Lecture / Discussion 10F Lecture / Discussion Deadline of Progress Report M Lecture / Discussion Deadline of Debate 2 Evaluation 15W Lecture / Discussion Plenary: Technology 17F Leong Hall or Escaler Hall and Lifestyle 6 20M Lecture / Discussion DEBATE 3 Deadline of Debate 3 Evaluation 22W Lecture / Discussion 24F Exam 1: Essay Exam EXAM!!! Plenary: 7 27M Environment / Sus. Leong Hall or Escaler Hall Dev t 29W Lecture / Discussion DEBATE 4 31F 8 Aug 03M Lecture / Discussion DEBATE 5 / Deadline of Progress Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola

3 Report 2 05W Special Plenary: Climate Change Leong Hall or Escaler Hall 07F Lecture / Discussion Deadline of Debate (4, 5) Evaluation 9 10M Lecture / Discussion DEBATE 6 12W Lecture / Discussion Deadline of Debate Evaluation 14F Lecture / Discussion 10 17M Lecture / Discussion DEBATE 7 19W Quezon City Day 21F Ninoy Aquino Day 11 24M Lecture / Discussion Deadline of Progress Report 3 26W Lecture / Discussion Deadline of Debate Evaluation 28F Lecture / Discussion 12 31M National Heroes' Day Sept 02W Lecture / Discussion 04F Lecture / Discussion 13 07M Lecture / Discussion 09W Plenary: Life and Its Origins 11F Lecture / Discussion 14 14M Lecture / Discussion 16W Lecture / Discussion 18F Plenary: Origin of the Universe Long Exam 1: Events Series 1 (within this week; outside of class hours) Long Exam 2: Events Series 2 (within this week; outside of class hours) Long Exam 3: Events Series M Lecture / Discussion (within this week) 23W Lecture / Discussion Film 25F Lecture / Discussion Film 16 28M Lecture / Discussion 30W Lecture / Discussion Oct 02F Lecture / Discussion 17 05M 07W 09F 18 12M Summary of the Course Summary of the Course Summary of the Course Final Examination Week Exam 4: Group Oral Exam (within this week) Deadline of Peer Evaluation Form (Events Series) Deadline of Group Final Paper and Peer Evaluation Form (written paper) Final Exam: Individual Oral Exam (within this week)

4 14W 16F Final Examination Week Final Examination Week D. Required Readings Romancing Science: Readings in Science and Society, Available at LS Bookstore/or borrow one from a friend. E. Suggested Readings Hand-outs and supplemental readings are to be given out during the semester according to the discretion of the instructors. We will be giving the beadle a hard copy of the readings for photocopying. We will also be uploading a soft copy of the supplementary readings in our yahoos/general course site: (All our reminders and announcements regarding the scheduling of exams and quizzes, coverage of exams, soft copy of all hard documents given in class, details and criteria for exams and projects [practically everything!] will be posted in the course site as well. Please continually check the site for updates.) F. Course Requirements* 4 Long Exams 500 Long exam 1: Essay Exam 100 Long exam 2: Debate 100 Long exam 3: Research Project 200 Breakdown of Research Project Written Paper 100 Events Series 100 Long exam 4: Group Oral Exam 100 Quizzes 100 Final Exam: Individual Oral Exam 100 Total: 700 * Specific, detailed criteria for grading, explanations, etc., for each of the course requirement are given in a separate document. Final Grade: (Total score/700) *100

5 G. Grading System = A, = B+, = B, = C+, = C, = D, 60 and below = F H. Classroom Policies 1. ATTENDANCE CUTS. A maximum of nine (9) cuts are allowed. There is no distinction between excused and unexcused cuts. If you are not present when your name is called, the seat plan is checked, or when the attendance sheet is passed, you are considered absent. Once you exceed the allowable 9 cuts, you will be automatically dropped from class. TARDINESS. A student who arrives within 10 minutes after the bell has rung will be considered tardy. Tardiness is equivalent to 1/2 of a cut. Lateness beyond 10 minutes would mean an absence. Inform the instructor after the class of your tardiness. TAKE NOTE: THE DOORS OF THE CLASSROOM WILL BE LOCKED BY 8:40 am. Excused absences are still considered cuts, but any activity missed (quizzes, etc.) will not be counted against them. Students are excused for only the following reasons: (1) Students who will represent the school in an official activity and present a letter endorsed by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs; (2) Students who are ill and present a medical certificate attesting to the illness. 2. CLASSROOM DEMEANOR Keep distractions to a minimum. The basic rule is to give respect, courtesy, and consideration to others. 3. TESTS / QUIZZES Any form of communication is not allowed. pens only. Use BLUE/BLACK ball 4. HONESTY Keep the habit of avoiding cheating-related behavior by making sure you document your sources, avoid looking around during exams, and the like.

6 The minimum penalty for dishonesty (e.g. cheating, generating false data, plagiarism, etc.) is a grade of zero for the particular examination / report. Should there be evidence that a particular case is continuous or consistent, the maximum penalty allowed by the University will be pursued. Any form of cheating is a major disciplinary case. This includes generating false data, copying someone else s paper, failure to cite sources, and plagiarism (Section III-E, Code of Discipline for Students, AdMU LS Handbook) 5. CELLULAR PHONES AND PERSONAL DIGITAL ASSISTANTS Cellular phones should not be used in class. They have to be either turned off or on silent mode. Cellular phones and PDAs cannot be used as calculators during seatworks, quizzes, and examinations. If these rules are violated, the unit will be confiscated and can only be claimed from ADSA. I. Other General Guidelines - Recitation is expected and even required. As a rule, if during a class meeting, three students are unable to recite satisfactorily, the lecture discussion will be halted and an essay quiz will commence, the topic of which will be decided by the instructor. So always prepare a ½ intermediate sheet of paper. - You are encouraged to submit work on recycled paper. Please cross out the side that you have used. - Submission of the hard copy version of requirements, seatworks, and homeworks will only be accepted during class hours. Requirements submitted outside class hours will merit a grade of zero, unless otherwise stipulated by the instructor(s). In which case, the said requirement should be submitted in the pigeonhole of Ms. Vega (up to August 15, 2009) and Dr. So (After August 15), at Schmitt Hall (Chemistry Department). - Bonus points are available and are discussed in the separate documents explaining the specific guidelines and grading system, mechanisms, and deadlines of each of the course requirement. It is not discussed in the syllabus (this document).

7 - Others - Read, so that you will be able to participate in the discussions. Read regularly, do not cram the readings. - Listen to what others have to say. - Presentation notes will be provided but I strongly encourage you to take down notes. - Ask questions if a lesson is not clear to you. Consult, if necessary. J. Consultation Hours Ms. Frances Vega (Mon to Fri, 5 days a week) 9:30 am to 11:30 am, 3:00 to 6:00 pm, or set an appointment (fvega@ateneo.edu), C101, 1 st floor, Schmitt Hall Dr. Regina So (MWF), 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, C112 (chair s office), 1 st floor, Schmitt Hall, or set an appointment (rso@ateneo.edu).