Republic of the Philippines Ed107 Principles of Teaching TFR 2:30-4:00

BSED-FilipinoDr.Salome Sestina Ph.D

Hannah A. LecenaDiscussant/Researche

Lesson 3: Technology: A boon or a Bane?

What blessings did the technology bring?What problems did technology likewise bring?What is technology, good or bad?

In the 21st century, the technological advances has exploded. It is obvious that schools have not been left out in these innovations, since classroom technology such as internet, LCD projector, smart board, laptop, or computer are present which makes a lesson more interesting, effective and engaging to most students. Multimedia provides an interactive multisensory learning experiences which motivates the learner and improves the quality of learning (Sharp Vicky,2002)These uses allowed us to improved academically and in school, such as programing , researching, problem-solving and communicating globally. According to a research, it is true that technology increases the rate of reinforcement more than anything else we can compare it to. Videogames has been known as a healthy outlet of aggression, or as an overall stress relief. Also, we can create online communities through Social Networking Sites, such as facebook, twitter, and Instagram to develop our social growth as well. But,obviously basic manners, cherished values, and etiquettes are the basic casualties of these innovations. So to speak, digital literacy with its interdisciplinary nature , as a pedagogical approach in curriculum design is very much needed, since its implementation can afford a far-reaching advantages , for internet is both a source of information and communication that has increased exponentially, internationally. Aside from the fact that future educators must meet the unique needs of digital natives, the teachers also need to teach through new methods to promote global-competitiveness among the learners. But, the fact that it can be a blessing or a course then is a big challenge that we must face, towards the next generation.

Objectives:

To discuss the Dehumanization caused by the technology To appreciate and understand the positive and negative

effect of Technology

To integrate the correct application of Technology in Education as Future Educators

What is Technology?

We use technology to accomplish various tasks in our daily lives, in brief; we can describe technology as products, processes or organizations. We use technology to extend our abilities, and that makes people as the most important part of any technological system

(http://www.useoftechnology.com/what-is-technology/)

Technology is dynamic; it keeps on improving because even our needs and demands for technology keep on changing.

http://www.useoftechnology.com/what-is-technology/

Educational technology is the study and ethical practice of facilitating learning and improving performance by creating, using, and managing appropriate technological processes and resources.

http://etec.hawaii.edu/aboutbackground.html

Here’s a slide from slide share.com that talks about dehumanization of technology

A study shows that :

College students are constantly glued to their smartphones: texting, tweeting and

updating their statuses on Facebook.

The growing market of social media, smartphone apps and online dating websites have sparked more research into the psychology of technology use. About 500 million people use Facebook daily — but some research links the social media site with increased anxiety and

depression

(Study: Millennials find technology dehumanizing Cara Newlon, USA TODAY College 8:58 p.m. EDT October 22, 2013 Millennials least enthusiastic group about technology)

In Education it is a BANE when :

Ó The learner is made to accept as Gospel truth information they get from the Internet

Ó The learner surfs the Internet for pornographyÓ The learner has an uncritical mind on pages floating on televisions and

computers that represent modernity and progressÓ They makes the learner a mere spectator not an active participant The

learner gets glued to his computer-assisted instruction unmindful of the world and so fails to develop the ability to relate to others

Ó We make used of the internet to do character assassination of people whom we hardly like

Ó Because of our cell phone, we spend most of our time in the classroom or in our workplace texting

Ó We use overuse and abuse t v or film reviewing as a strategy to kill time

Negative Effects of Technology:(Wikepedia.freeencyclopedia)

Ó Invade people’s privacyÓ Promote irresponsible used of energyÓ Consumer’s lifestyleÓ AddictiveÓ Sphere ElitismÓ Environmental waste

In Education it is a BOON when:

Classroom technology has become increasingly more popular. Each tool provides teachers with a method in which they can actively engage their students. These tools or devices are Internet, LCD Projector, Smart Board, Laptop or Computer, Digital Camera, Tablets, etc. These can help students to make lessons fun, interesting, and more effective.

Technology based learning and assessment systems will be pivotal in improving student learning and generating data that can be used to continuously improve the education system at all levels

(http://nation.com.pk/letters/14-Feb-2015/educational-technology-a-boon-or-bane by SHUMAILA IQBAL,Lahore, February 12)

The integration of technology in the instruction process must be geared towards:(Corpuz et al,2008)

Interactive and meaningful learning The development of creative and critical thinking The development and nurturing of teamwork Efficient and effective teaching

Things to Remember! It is man who determines how technology ought to be used in order to

reap the maximum benefits that come along with technology. When not used properly, technology becomes a detriment to learning

and development. Digitality/Digitalism is not a birth right , but instead a product of

cultural capital

Reactions(Corpuz et al,2008) “My wife and I talked more throughout the day because of instant

messaging. My communication with far-flung relatives is very much enriched by it”- R.K

“How can computerized communication, in place of face-to-face family communication and hugs , deepen dialogue? T.H.

You’re really seeing lots of positve things about everybody in your network, that may not reflect reality very well.- Kross

I do feel like the more I used Facebook, probably the worse I feel. - Kelly Stosch

Therefore; Technology is made for man and not man for technology. Technology is made for the teacher and not teacher for technology

POST SCRIP

“I recall at this point how I came up with the final manuscript of both my Master’s thesis and doctoral dissertation. Computers were rarity then so I had type the final copy of my thesis and dissertation. In my haste, many times I would not notice I would be typing beyond the margin or would commit typographical error. To remedy, I had to repeat typing the page again. There was no other recourse”

“Now with the computer, I may commit as many typographical error as I can and I have not to re-do whole thing again. How convenient! What a liberation!

Technology can be fascinating and mind-boggling in what it can do. It can bring distant places and people together , establishing invisible but powerful connections. It can transform societies , economies, and cultures by opening them up into other ideas and other options, raising a new expectations and creating new needs. It can release and rechannel previously unknown or wasted energies, into more productive endeavours’ , allowing its users to pursue more creative goals. But the fact remains that unless technology and all other agents and factors of modernization are invested with human values and used for the social good,then they will be a little more than expensive toys for the amusement of a few.

(An excerpt from the speech delivered by His Excellency Pre. Fidel V. Ramos on the 6th SEAMEO INNOTECH International Conference in Manila, Philippines Nov. 11-13, 1997)

Famous quotation coming from well-known personalities Technology or Perish – John R. Pierce All our technological progress, our civilization, is like the axe in the

hand of the pathological criminal”-Albert Einstein If there is a technological advance without social advance there is

almost automatically, an increase in human misery”-Micheal Harrington

(Corpuz et al,2008)

Mass media technology can lead to dangers of dehumanization

6 ways that human beings are treated mechanically (case student-learners)

1. We turn them on and off whenever it suits our fancy2. No explanation is offered on why and what they do.3. Their plans and future are unheard4. All work and no play5. Their human worth is judged only by the quality of their products6. Human empathy is absent (There is no feeling sorry for failures and

limitations).

Meanwhile,the teacher communicator can introduced humanism by:1. Interaction between communicators/teacher and listener/student2. Self evaluation or reflection by listener/student3. Dialogue or interchange between the communicator and listener

Dehumanizing Effects

War and violence Poverty Sexploitatiin against women and children

Globalization-the process by which money,goods,information,and people move across nations at a face and on a magnitude made possible by rapid advances in communication and travel- is changing the face of human societies,shattering cultures and social systems in much the same way the industrial revolution and the expansion of trade.Globalization has exacerbated the inequality between and with in nations. Cultures have undergone an erosion that has made it easy to pry people loose from their land and their social relationship. This is partly due to the pervasive influence of the mass media,notably the movies and television whose portrayal of life in the modern world outside stirs the curiosity of previous isolated Communities

References

Books

Corpuz, B. andLucido ,P. Educational Technology 1, Lorimar Publishing Inc., Metro,Manila.Phil,.,2008

Sharp, Vicky Computer Education for Teachers, McGraw Hill California State University,North Bridge,2002

Internet

http://www.useoftechnology.com/what-is-technology/

http://etec.hawaii.edu/aboutbackground.html

slideshare.com

http://nation.com.pk/letters/14-Feb-2015/educational-technology-a-boon-or-bane by SHUMAILA IQBAL,Lahore, February 12

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