What is Technology?
by oceana domin
1. Conclusion
1.1. Technology itself is hard to define because of the multiple ways humanity use it and give meaning to it.It is able to change our lives on a daily basis and is much more than machines.
1.1.1. "When we use these pieces of hardware we are taking part in something much bigger than ourselves, something that affects us individually and socially." (John Dyer, 2009)
2. New material learned on technology
2.1. Multiple variations of technology include:
2.2. desks, chairs, forks, plumbing systems (creations)
2.3. Machines/wires such as microphones, and laptops, outlets for plugs (allows to record sound and communication with others)
3. What I thought Technology was before
3.1. Computers
3.2. Cell Phones
3.3. Televisions
3.4. Scanners, Printers, etc
3.5. Satellite signals
3.6. A way to communicate with individuals from all over, helps in medicine and hospital needs, travel and entertainment.
4. What I think Technology is now
4.1. Human mind and connection
4.2. Man and Machine working together, help make our lives easier.
4.3. Accomplishing tasks
4.4. "Practical application of knowledge" (Isman, 2012)
5. What has changed
5.1. Many ways machines are used and created again overtime have changed over the decades.
5.1.1. Example: Technology in Education