Throughout Technopoly, Postman describes what I believe to be a gloom and doom scenario of how technology is taking over. In this final chapter I felt like it skipped around and tied together the loose ends at the last few pages. On pages 194 and 195 he describes teaching subjects as interdisciplinary, which after reading Prensky's articles would not only be addressing the learning styles of the d-generation as well as delve deeper into the subject areas.
By making our students aware of the technological changes going on around them, they will be better suited to purse a God-centered path in society.This book definitely made me realize that we should be determined to teach our students about what is taking place in society so that they are well informed as well as well rounded. I agree with the statement, "It helps students to reflect on the sense and truth of what they are writing and of what they are asked to read." (page 195, paragraph 2) This discernment will help them not only as they progress in school, but also in their everyday lives. What do you think would be the best approach to teach them these skills?
I also agree with Postman in this quote. If kids don't know why they are learning something, they won't have much motivation to keep going, or to put their best efforts forward every day. It would be a good idea to set goals - ask students why they want to read new books, and learn new things about writing, or whatever subject you teach. Ask them first, then tell them why you as a teacher want to teach it - tell them why YOU were interested in this particular subject when you were in school. I think one of the best ways that kids (and adults!) can learn is by example - by watching someone else. So we as the teachers need to set that example, to be excited about the subject matter, etc.
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