I, myself have always been known as old fashioned and feel technological incapable. I get much of this from my upbringing. In particular, my family is always the furthest behind in all technology compared to any of my friends or neighbours. In addition, my computer class in high school was not very efficient. Due to my background of using as little technology, I have come to believe that computers are of little need or make a person any more beneficial than a person who does not use them. However, since the creation of the internet and my first year of classes at St. Peter’s College my attitude has somewhat changed. Ever since, I have been forced to learn about and operate computers. I have become more aware of the computers endless opportunities. With this understanding, I now acknowledge their existence, yet feel intimidated to explore them.
January 10, 2008
January 13, 2008 at 12:23 am
That’s actually a key observation. Computers, prior to the internet although helpful in automating certain tasks really didn’t have a great benefit as has occurred since the inception of connectivity. My hopes is that you see its value for learning for everyone. Not just in schools but for life.
At the same time, I encourage you to keep a healthy skepticism.
January 23, 2008 at 1:19 am
I know where you are coming from, and I wouldn’t consider yourself “old fashioned!” I too, grew up in a small town, and for us, technology wasn’t even really a desire until I grew up and started to attend highschool. Compared to now- I look at my little brothers’ generation who are addicted, and trust me, I mean addicted to technology. Oh, what they will miss out on!
I am proud to say that until this fall, I was anti facebook, myspace, etc. Stay away as long as you can!