Invention and Innovation

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Invention and Innovation Unit 1 7 Mech’s Notes

Make notes on the following 7 mechanisms that influence invention and innovation.

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3.F Knowledge gained from other fields of study has a direct effect on the development of technological products and systems. 6.D Throughout history, new technologies have resulted from the demands values, and interests of individuals, businesses, industries, and societies.

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6.E The use of inventions and innovations has led to changes in society and the creation of new needs and wants. 6.F Social and cultural priorities and values are reflected in technological devices.

8.E Design is a creative planning process that leads to useful products and systems.

10.G Invention is a process of turning ideas and imagination into devices and systems. Innovation is the process of modifying an existing product or system to improve it.

ETP 2006—Jennifer Larsen This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 0402616. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the National Science Foundation (NSF).