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Science & technology

C1Unit 8

Science & technology

Explaining processes, weighing uncertainty and discussing consequences

6 lessons78 min126 words

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Lessons

  1. 1

    A popular science article

    About 13 minutes · 65 steps

    Start
  2. 2

    Explaining a process

    About 13 minutes · 66 steps

  3. 3

    Hypotheses and probability

    About 12 minutes · 61 steps

  4. 4

    Ethics of technology

    About 13 minutes · 65 steps

  5. 5

    Space and physics

    About 12 minutes · 59 steps

  6. 6

    Medicine of the future

    About 15 minutes · 76 steps

  7. Unit test

    20 questions · Pass mark: 80%

1 star: complete the lesson. 2 stars: at least 85% accuracy. 3 stars: at least 98%.

What you’ll learn

  1. Distinguish observation, explanation and generalisation in accessible science writing.
  2. Explain a sequence of operations and distinguish a raw signal from a processed result.
  3. Express degrees of confidence and distinguish a prediction from a wish.
  4. Discuss responsibility, access and human oversight through a concrete technology scenario.
  5. Explain how indirect measurements support a hypothesis without presenting a model as direct observation.
  6. Summarise the potential and limitations of medical technology and defend a reasoned opinion.

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