Tuesday, November 22, 2005
The Influence of Technology
"In his old age, my father has been unable to motivate himself to adjust to the advancements of society. After all, he does not believe it is necessary for people to accommodate technology. Unlike my generation, the Net Generation, my father's life does not revolve around the computer or the Internet. Unfortunately, this has caused my father to miss out on the opportunities the Internet has to offer, such as differing opinions on current events and additional information on various subjects. Since I have been able to use the Internet for school projects, I have been exposed to these valuable resources. I have learned how to accept diverse perspectives. My father, on the other hand, has a difficult time tolerating difference. At times, I have been able to change his mind with my input, which has been generated from exposure to a variety of viewpoints on the Internet. Hopefully, I will be able to guide my father towards acceptance with my knowledge of diversity."
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Above is a passage from my Kiosk project in Dr. Baylen's class. After compiling my Technology Autobiography and my father's Technology Biography, I was able to create a Kiosk presentation detailing our unique experiences with technology as well as the influence it has had on us. While comparing our differences in technology, I was able to perceive the benefits of the advancement of technology. Back in my father's day, the world was small. Communication was slow, and in America, there was not a clear window to the rest of the world. As a result, my father grew up sheltered and confined to his own society and beliefs. Now, technology has made us capable of conversing within minutes across the world. These advancements have enabled me to view different perspectives, and I have learned to accept this diversity. In the end, I believe technology has been enlightening for the people of the world, permitting efficiency and globalization. Unfortunately, I believe technology has also been demanding on us, and our lives seem to be more occupied and complex than our parent's lives in the past.
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Above is a passage from my Kiosk project in Dr. Baylen's class. After compiling my Technology Autobiography and my father's Technology Biography, I was able to create a Kiosk presentation detailing our unique experiences with technology as well as the influence it has had on us. While comparing our differences in technology, I was able to perceive the benefits of the advancement of technology. Back in my father's day, the world was small. Communication was slow, and in America, there was not a clear window to the rest of the world. As a result, my father grew up sheltered and confined to his own society and beliefs. Now, technology has made us capable of conversing within minutes across the world. These advancements have enabled me to view different perspectives, and I have learned to accept this diversity. In the end, I believe technology has been enlightening for the people of the world, permitting efficiency and globalization. Unfortunately, I believe technology has also been demanding on us, and our lives seem to be more occupied and complex than our parent's lives in the past.
# posted by Catherine @ 11/22/2005 02:03:00 AM 
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Heather:
It is true that in our society, people could not function without knowing some about technology, socializing, organizing, etc. I agree that our society has seen so many advancements in technology, but does it not seem that as a result, people have changed? In our country, many Americans seem consumed by ambition and driven by their goals. Not to say this is a bad thing, but in the past, it seems that people sought their goals with moderation. For example, my father was content to pursue the things that satisfied him in life, but he would not forsake what really mattered to him – love, family, and his beliefs. It seems that people are misguided by their supposed goals – the goals that belong to society. I do agree that it is important for people to make an effort, as your fiancé’s mother has, but I wish people would also try to balance family with their goals.
It is true that in our society, people could not function without knowing some about technology, socializing, organizing, etc. I agree that our society has seen so many advancements in technology, but does it not seem that as a result, people have changed? In our country, many Americans seem consumed by ambition and driven by their goals. Not to say this is a bad thing, but in the past, it seems that people sought their goals with moderation. For example, my father was content to pursue the things that satisfied him in life, but he would not forsake what really mattered to him – love, family, and his beliefs. It seems that people are misguided by their supposed goals – the goals that belong to society. I do agree that it is important for people to make an effort, as your fiancé’s mother has, but I wish people would also try to balance family with their goals.
Catherine-
I completely agree with you that people have changed over the years as technology as advanced. It seems like even though life "back then" was more simple, people were more happy. I watch home videos from when I was a little girl and it's amazing how much things have changed. Family got together much more back then and just enjoyed each other's company. People seemed more happy-go-lucky and genuinely content. Being successful was important, but the concept didn't consume everyone's lives like it does now. It's quite sad, in my opinion. In some ways, I almost wish things were more like it was back then.
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I completely agree with you that people have changed over the years as technology as advanced. It seems like even though life "back then" was more simple, people were more happy. I watch home videos from when I was a little girl and it's amazing how much things have changed. Family got together much more back then and just enjoyed each other's company. People seemed more happy-go-lucky and genuinely content. Being successful was important, but the concept didn't consume everyone's lives like it does now. It's quite sad, in my opinion. In some ways, I almost wish things were more like it was back then.
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