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Technologyin ActionAlan Evans Kendall MartinMary Anne PoatsyEleventh EditionCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology in ActionChapter 1Using Technology to Change theWorldCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Topics Technology on the World StageTechnology and our SocietyTechnology at HomeTechnology and your CareerCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

How will You PutTechnology in Action? Technology on the World Stage Technology and Our SocietyCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

How Will You Put Technology inAction? Technology is not just:– A means for career advancement– A skill set needed to survive in society Technology can be a way to make animpact beyond your own life.Copyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology on the World Stage Accelerating change around the world Galvanizing people in new waysCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology on the World StagePolitical Issues Social networking can fuel social unrest Crisis-mappingtoolsCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology on the World StageGlobal Issues Health care– Develop and deliver vaccines– Retinal prosthetics Environment– Data collected could alert scientists to newtrendsCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology on the World StageGlobal Issues The Digital Divide– Great gap between levels of Internet access– Prevents use of all minds to solve problemsCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and Society Redefining fundamental parts of our socialmakeup– How we think– How we connect with others– How we purchase and consume productsCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and SocietyHow We Think Web 2.0– International collaboration– Shift from consuming to volunteering andcollaboratingCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and SocietyHow We ThinkModern Motivation TheoryCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and SocietyHow We Connect Virtual Choir Kickstarter CrowdfundingCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and SocietyHow We Consume Changing how we purchase and consumegoods Marketing strategies– QR (quick response) codes– Price comparison– Mobile coupons (mobicoupons)– CrowdsourcingCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and SocietyHow We Consume Access versus Ownership– ZipCar– Call a BikeCollaborativeconsumptionCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

How will TechnologyImprove Your Life? Technology at Home Technology and Your CareerCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

How Will Technology ImproveYour Life? Computer literate– Understanding capabilities and limitations of computers– Knowing how to use computers safely and efficientlyCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology at Home Avoiding hackers and viruses Protecting your privacy Understanding the risks Using the web wisely Avoiding online annoyance Maintain, upgrade, and troubleshootCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and Your CareerComputers in careers Retail Law enforcement Arts Medicine Education Science PsychologyCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and Your CareerRetail Data mining– Opens the door to more detail– Respond to consumer buying patternsCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and Your CareerArts Some artists work exclusively withcomputers Web galleries Dance and music programs Enhance visitors’ experiences at museumsCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and Your CareerEducation Coursemanagement– Blackboard– MoodleCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Research tool Simulations andinstructional virtualtours

Technology and Your CareerLaw Enforcement Solve crimes Search databases Computer forensicsCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and Your CareerMedicine Modern biomedical chip research– Provides technological solutions to physicalproblems– Identifying people– Personal ID chip (VeriMed) Helps keep Alzheimer’s patients safe Provides tamperproof security measuresCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and Your CareerScience Simulations are used in:– Weather forecasting– ArcheologyCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Technology and Your CareerPsychology MACH—My Automated ConversationCoacH Affective computingCopyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Check Your Understanding1. How can becoming proficient withtechnology help you participate inimportant issues in the world? It’s important that you become proficient with technologyto be able to participate in political issues, environmentalissues, or questions addressing the global digital divide Technology can be the means by which you find your voicein the world and impact others in meaningful ways.Copyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Check Your Understanding2. How can knowledge of technology helpyou influence the direction of society? Technology is changing how we think, how we connectwith each other, and how we purchase and consumeproducts and services. You can become a creator of new pieces of music, connectwith people from around the world, and collaborate tocreate or consume.Copyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Check Your Understanding3. What does it mean to be computer literate? If you’re computer literate, you understand thecapabilities and limitations of computers and knowhow to use them wisely. Enables you to make informed purchasing decisions,use computers in your career, and understand themany ethical, legal, and societal implications oftechnology today.Copyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Check Your Understanding4. How does being computer literate makeyou a savvy computer user? avoid hackers, viruses, and Internet headaches protect your privacy separate the real risks of privacy and security fromthose you don’t have to worry about. to maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot yourcomputer make good purchasing decisions incorporate the latest technologies into your existingequipment.Copyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

Check Your Understanding5. How can becoming computer literate helpyou in a career? It will help you be a more productive and valuableemployee, no matter which profession you choose.Copyright 2015 Pearson Education, Inc.

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It’s important that you become proficient with technology to be able to participate in political issues, environmental issues, or questions addressing the global digital divide Technology can be the means by which you find your voice in the world and impact others in meaningful ways.