STAS When Technology and Humanity Cross Flashcards
(33 cards)
'’The idea that new technique can liberate us from the human condition is a fantasy. In reality, the 21st-century will be all too human.’’
David Mattin
Derived from the word ‘‘humanitas’’ meaning ‘‘human nature, kindness’’
Humanity
Encompasses qualities that define being human: ____, __________, __________
love, compassion, creativity
Humanity is the ‘‘love of people.’’ To make a stand, help others make a stand.
Confucian Perspective
(Confucius)
_______ ___ ________: A sense of morality and concern for others
Ethics and Altruism
____ ___ __________:The capacity for empathy and deep connection
Love and Compassion
The ability to imagine and create, setting us apart from machines
Creativity
________ are integrated into everyday life for precision, efficiency, and productivity. They are rapidly transforming industries, impacting the way we work and live.
Robotics
__________ ___ ____________:Performing tasks consistently and tirelessly.
Precision and Efficiency
_____________ __ _______ ________: Addressing challenges like waste management in developing nations
Solutions to Complex Problems
_____________ has undeniably improved many aspects of healthcare
Technology
____________ _________: We process significantly more information daily than in the past, leading to potential stress and cognitive strain
Information Overload
__________ __________: Juggling multiple digital tasks can impair focus and the ability to filter information effectively
Multitasking Challenges
__________ ______________: Teenagers, in particular, may be susceptible to the pressures of constant online communication and social media
Emotional Vulnerability
Average daily screen time: __ _____
12 hours
Multitasking and information overload hinder __________ _________
cognitive filtering
Teens are emotionally vulnerable to excessive _______ ___ ______ _______
texting and online sharing
Nielsen survey (2010): Average of _____ text messages sent/received monthly
3,339
Extinction:
- __% of species that existed are extinct.
- Modern extinction risks from human activity
99%
_________ ________:
A cycle of societal advancements followed by setbacks, preventing sustained progress. Civilization may stagnate or collapse repeatedly without advancing further.
Recurrent Collapse
________:
Significant technological development may reach a ceiling due to biological, technological, or environmental limits, with no further significant advancements.
Plateau
____-________:
A future where humans have undergone radical transformations through technology, potentially altering our cognitive abilities, lifespans, and physical forms, through biotechnology and nanotechnology
Post-Humanity
Harnessing biological systems for technological innovation
Biological Engineering and Bio-Economy
creating products from the molecular level up
Molecular Manufacturing and Self-replicating Systems
