Define technology.

Definition should include the following:

  • Technology is applied knowledge, creativity, and resources to meet human needs and wants, to solve problems, and to extend human potential.
  • Technology consists of the man-made world, products, systems, and processes.
  • Technology uses resources such as tools, materials, people, capital, time, energy, and information.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is technology?
  • Why is the study of technology important?
  • How does technology impact your life?
  • What is the relationship between the "designed" world and the "natural" world?