Engineers, architects, and others who engage in design and technology
use scientific knowledge to solve practical problems. But they usually
have to take human values and limitations into account as well.
NSES Content Standard E
Science and Technology: Abilities of technological design Grades 5-8, page 165 Identify appropriate problems for technological design. Students should develop their abilities by identifying a specified need, considering its various aspects, and talking to different potential users or beneficiaries. They should appreciate that for some needs, the cultural backgrounds and beliefs of different groups can affect the criteria for a suitable product. NSES Content Standard E
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