Here is the post for your comments on
Amy Goldwasser's "What's the Matter With Kids Today?"
We tend to focus sometimes on the negative effects of technology on kids. What are some positive uses of technology that teens (or young adults) engage in?
And here is the second article of Matt Richtel's that we will be reading,
"Growing up Digital, Wired for Distraction." How does this article compare to or complement the other article by Richtel that we read for Friday?
Also, my nephew posted this on Facebook the other day. I think it's a pretty good illustration of the distractions on the Internet--what do you think?
These are great articles. I found it ironic in the first article when it talked about 17 year old bloggers and how it can increase your knowledge, because I'm a 17 year old who has never blogged before this class.
ReplyDeleteEvan Capron
I thought it was interesting that the first article started to sound against technology, but quickly changed to a positive stance. The other article I didn't agree with because I didn't think there facts were quite accurate.
ReplyDeleteBen Nelson
I found the idea Amy Goldwasser has of mixing teaching methods with what the kids are the most "fluent" in really interesting. I bet that'll be the way a lot of teachers will try to reach out to kids in the future. Also, the beginning of Matt Richtel's article reminded me of those infomercials where they make people look extremely incompetent. "Oh no! I can't cook eggs right or pour milk! I need something to do it for me." Even before YouTube kids would rather do something other than read.
ReplyDeleteAmber B.
Reading these articles reminded of a movie that I have recently watched called "The Internship".
ReplyDelete"Two salesman whose careers have been torpedoed by the digital age find their way into a coveted internship at Google, where they must compete with a group of young, tech-savvy geniuses for a shot at employment" (www.imdb.com/title/tt2234155/)
Has anyone seen that movie? If so I would like to hear your thoughts on what you thought about the movie compared to these articles.
Thanks,
Tanner A.
Best part would has to be when Goldwasser says, "Plus, they're blogging about us." It's true. I blog about everyone. In the article "What's the Matter With Kids Today?" it shows that from collected data that one in four teens could not identify Adolf Hitler's role. It then argues that wasn't because they were online that they missed this, but due to the parents or teachers not introducing it to them.
ReplyDeleteI agree. At least when kids are online they are reading, writing, and learning new things.
DeleteThat is shocking that kids could miss such a key piece of history such as that.
Delete-Ben Nelson
I picked "What's the Matter With Kids Today?" for inside article for the essay.
ReplyDeleteEvan C
I have seen the movie called the Internship. I can see the resemblance somewhat with the articles. I believe the movie highlights some of the more positive aspects that come from teens engaging in technology. After reading the articles I was left with the belief that kids who are consumed with the internet are wasting their lives. After watching the movie it brought to light the idea that the world is moving forward with technology and the younger generation are the main prospects to fulfill the technological jobs. How else is a younger person going to strike it rich?
ReplyDeleteI have seen the movie as well and I believe this world is going to be shocked on what technolgy will do.
DeleteJake S
While the first article talks about the benefits that come from technology, the second states why it constitutes a real problem. I think it's all a matter of controlling our own actions, if we use technology to learn, we might just learn. If we use it in place doing something way more important, that's when we are distracted.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with Jenna. Controlling our actions and how much we use technology can determine if it is a bad thing or a good thing. I didn't agree with Goldwasser because I think technology can be a bad thing and people aren't overreacting.
DeleteSydney Medsker
With today's technology, it's practically impossible not to use a some sort of advanced electronic device. I also agree that it all comes down to our level of control. I could waste a whole day (or night for that matter) just staring at my phone, iPad, computer, TV...you name it! It's not that difficult to get sucked in, but it definitly takes some control to manage personal use of technology. Then again, maybe that's just me.
Delete- Maddie Walters
Some times parents cant get into their childern's way of thinking. Most of the stuff about life I learned without my parents.
ReplyDeleteOmar Cuevas
I just like the comic strip that is at the top of this blog post.
ReplyDelete-Tanner Adams
I did a reading response on this and it is amazing how addicted kids are to their phones or social media.
ReplyDeleteJake S
I have honestly learned more on the internet and from books then school. Its all about what you do to apply yourself. Other then that there are some bad areas of the internet.
ReplyDelete-Thomas Sabol
What do you think the effect porn has had on society?
I feel like people will always find a way to worry about the children if its not one thing or another. Its a good fall back issue.
ReplyDelete-Thomas Sabol
How do the parents here feel about tv and what their kids watch?