Appropriate technology

research contributing to the idea of transforming learning environments, in turn, changing ‘classroom’ or ‘learning space’ dynamics. Change can be relative. Cuban (1993) explains that for some teachers substituting textbooks, deciding to implement technology such as computers or introducing small group activities into a class once a week is a sharp withdrawal from constant routine and thus considered a substantial change from their perspective. The idea of change into the 21st century will be…

journey can be credited as the ultimate source of the technological knowledge I possess. As a result, technological literacy has given me the ability to work independently, to work in collaborations, to be responsible, effective and appropriate in using diverse technologies that keep changing over time. According to Iinuma, (2016), technological literacy is the ability to effectively use computerized innovations. My digital literacy journey was facilitated by my sponsors whose financial, social…

part to this fact, I have not yet had the opportunity to see the first part of the language arts class and to observe all the technologies which may be in place to assist students. I have planned to see this part of the curriculum in the coming weeks and will have an opportunity to reflect on the technologies used at that time. Thus far, I have seen two different technologies in play in the classroom. On both my visits, the students had previously listened to the teacher read the book they are…

Digital technologies have enhanced the reach and quality of music media to many more consumers than what existed with traditional music. While digital music provides much needed convenience, access and quality to the consumers, it also generates concerns for music distribution companies that are affected by the unauthorized distribution of digital music. This paper attempts to provide a review of the pros and cons of digital music and an overview of the latest developments and technology formats…

There are a new generation of people who are confusing new technologies that work quickly with working efficiently. Being able to call people and be miles apart has allowed a whole new dependence upon this technology and it has seeped into all planes of life. As phones have become increasingly accessible, they are even more heavily relied upon. For example, people have been able to quickly contact their doctor or pharmacy over the phone in order to refill a prescription. The development of the…

Touch screen technology and the accompanying appliances have gained much popularity over the years. Now, even businesses are going the extra mile to bring in touch screen appliances and peripheral devices to make things a bit more modern and easier. But there are different types of touch screen technologies available in the market, so it can be a daunting task to make a choice if you aren’t well informed. Let’s change that. In total, there are 3 types of touch screens available, one of which is…

Contemporary urban society, amidst other things, is largely characterized by the presence of various technologies that have given rise to the creation of new forms of control. These new structures of power are subtle yet intense in nature, in the sense that they regulate an individual’s life usually through disguised means. In my paper, I will attempt to explain how Jeremy Bentham's design of the ‘Panopticon’, as explained by Foucault , can be understood as the basis for the creation of…

environment through the ability to manipulate the material world. However in the 21st century a movement has emerged which sees such changes to humanity as not only desirable but as essential, that is, a vision for the transformation of humanity through technology. ‘Human enhancement’ has been used in different ways, and can be seen in changes in human condition through agriculture, nutrition, energy, engineering, mobility, education, military, counseling and therapy, and so on. The present…

now know better. That is why it is imperative that a person seeking to become an educator be armed with as much of this options that is possible, to be effective and efficient at the same time. If knowledge is power then a teacher armed with the appropriate knowledge indeed has the power to impart knowledge, to influence and become an effective tool of…

OLDER ADULT?S USE OF TECHNOLOGY OLDER ADULTS AND TECHNOLOGY 19 Older Adult?s Use of Technology Jezabel Acosta, Lupe Arceo, Maria Navarrete, and Petal Webster Northeastern Illinois University Technology is viewed by many people as an advantage to society, but to others it can be considered a disadvantage. We use it in our everyday lives with almost everything we do. There is a lengthy list of reasons we use technology for whether it?s for social, business or entertainment…