I have learned in writing that picking a definite side when addressing a certain opinionated question, is the proper way to have readers follow more easily instead of picking both sides. But when posed the question “Is technology a distraction?” I can’t help but to argue both sides. In most instances, when done correctly, technology can be extremely engaging to the learning process. A documentary on the Holocaust, providing interviews of survivors from across the world can be a huge eye opener to students who might not realistically get to meet an actual survivor. A smart board, with engaging, interactive
activities can be useful for grade school children, who are already predispositioned to a short attention span. Even video games have been proven to increase hand eye coordination and problem solving skills. In these instances, technology is beneficial. However, just like a distracted student in the past may doodle on his notebook during a lecture, using technology in an unnecessary way can be used as a distraction. Using a cellphone or going on social networking sites, can be a distraction to a student. Either way it is important to remember that at one point the pencil was a new technology that was looked down upon and underwent judgment.
activities can be useful for grade school children, who are already predispositioned to a short attention span. Even video games have been proven to increase hand eye coordination and problem solving skills. In these instances, technology is beneficial. However, just like a distracted student in the past may doodle on his notebook during a lecture, using technology in an unnecessary way can be used as a distraction. Using a cellphone or going on social networking sites, can be a distraction to a student. Either way it is important to remember that at one point the pencil was a new technology that was looked down upon and underwent judgment.
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