Technology is rapidly evolving in the 21st century, but some serious mistakes can arise from hasty changes. Big technology industries are worried about staying competitive rather than creating quality for consumers, which results in a net loss for the public. With the advent of technology and media which limits true social communication, “Home Burial” shows how the current public can improve through the use of diction in conflicting dialogue.
First off, the lack of face-to-face communication has been shown to collapse friendships, families, and marriages. Teenagers and young adults’ social skills are declining due to less face-to-face interaction (Wolper 1). Many people would rather be texting or tweeting instead of meeting new people at a …show more content…
Texting could be misunderstood by the receiving end (Keller 1). When texting, people tend to not use proper grammar and spelling. Literary language continues to decrease as people use visual language such as emojis. Errors in punctuation can lead to misinterpretations of the sentence. The wife in “Home Burial” interprets the speaker’s surprise of seeing the graveyard through a hole as a sign of ignorance, while the husband is curious to see what makes the hole interesting (Frost 716). Emotions could be understood better by spending time away from technology as only humans could understand emotions (Wolper 1). People are now dependent on how many followers they have, or how many likes they have on their new profile picture. Communication is more open, which can lead to serious flaws in socialization such as cyberbullying (Keller 1). Cyberbullying takes advantage of the face-to-screen communication as empathy is not as recognizable which would otherwise be seen in face-to-face communication. Cyber bullies are not able to see their victims’ suffering, so they continue with their routine. Continuous online jokes that are not so acceptable in front of family and friends affect many peoples’ behavior. Furthermore, arguments are more prominent on social media outlets such as Youtube and Facebook. Privacy has been comprised the past few decades. Managers could look up potential candidates for hire on any social media …show more content…
Social media helps teenagers deal with the stress of education and finance (Dantuono 1). Many scholarship websites use email and social media regularly to provide financial aid and scholarships for students who cannot afford secondary education. Also, many websites offer high-quality education for a subscription fee or free. More job opportunities are available online, which help lower-class families. Using social media correctly can slow down the effects of losing social skills (Dantuono 1). Social media is a way for people to communicate with others on a global scale rather than a local one. Family and friends who are separated physically can see and talk to each other in seconds and at minimal costs. Social media enables users to set up outside and community-engaging activities. Social media can empower people to promote change in their community (Wahid 1). Popular users on Youtube create funding for charity programs that are supported by followers. Celebrities can send powerful messages, such as political opinions, that are not heard by everyone. “Home Burial” provides a glimmer of optimism as the speaker tries to push his wife to let him understand her mindset (Frost 717). This line was short-lived hope that exists in the real world, which requires an open mindset from both parties or else communication will
First off, the lack of face-to-face communication has been shown to collapse friendships, families, and marriages. Teenagers and young adults’ social skills are declining due to less face-to-face interaction (Wolper 1). Many people would rather be texting or tweeting instead of meeting new people at a …show more content…
Texting could be misunderstood by the receiving end (Keller 1). When texting, people tend to not use proper grammar and spelling. Literary language continues to decrease as people use visual language such as emojis. Errors in punctuation can lead to misinterpretations of the sentence. The wife in “Home Burial” interprets the speaker’s surprise of seeing the graveyard through a hole as a sign of ignorance, while the husband is curious to see what makes the hole interesting (Frost 716). Emotions could be understood better by spending time away from technology as only humans could understand emotions (Wolper 1). People are now dependent on how many followers they have, or how many likes they have on their new profile picture. Communication is more open, which can lead to serious flaws in socialization such as cyberbullying (Keller 1). Cyberbullying takes advantage of the face-to-screen communication as empathy is not as recognizable which would otherwise be seen in face-to-face communication. Cyber bullies are not able to see their victims’ suffering, so they continue with their routine. Continuous online jokes that are not so acceptable in front of family and friends affect many peoples’ behavior. Furthermore, arguments are more prominent on social media outlets such as Youtube and Facebook. Privacy has been comprised the past few decades. Managers could look up potential candidates for hire on any social media …show more content…
Social media helps teenagers deal with the stress of education and finance (Dantuono 1). Many scholarship websites use email and social media regularly to provide financial aid and scholarships for students who cannot afford secondary education. Also, many websites offer high-quality education for a subscription fee or free. More job opportunities are available online, which help lower-class families. Using social media correctly can slow down the effects of losing social skills (Dantuono 1). Social media is a way for people to communicate with others on a global scale rather than a local one. Family and friends who are separated physically can see and talk to each other in seconds and at minimal costs. Social media enables users to set up outside and community-engaging activities. Social media can empower people to promote change in their community (Wahid 1). Popular users on Youtube create funding for charity programs that are supported by followers. Celebrities can send powerful messages, such as political opinions, that are not heard by everyone. “Home Burial” provides a glimmer of optimism as the speaker tries to push his wife to let him understand her mindset (Frost 717). This line was short-lived hope that exists in the real world, which requires an open mindset from both parties or else communication will