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Introduction to E-Learning - Coggle Diagram
Introduction to E-Learning
role that new technologies play in shaping society
Critical-political
As a means that performs a service to society, in favor of freedom of expression as a fundamental right, and therefore digital technologies must be available to everyone.
Technocentrist.
Society develops based on technological development.
Apocalyptic
The society "servant of technology" which will end by "stoning culture".
PROS
are
Breaking of space-time barriers in relation to communication.
Large amount of information at our supply.
Better efficiency and quality of services.
Constant appearance of new productive activities.
A broader vision of reality worldwide.
disadvantage
are
Increase in social inequalities at the economic and cultural level. Technological development affects us all, but not all of us have the same opportunities to access them.
Information overdose that cannot be adequately treated.
Unfounded fears due to a sense of dependence on technology.
Destruction of own culture aimed at a hegemony of North American culture.
Loss of privacy and greater control over individuals.
Main educational problems.
As the author says, the fact of considering phenomena such as technological progress, positive or negative, will depend on the vision and perspective with which these processes are valued.
What is clear is that any process of change entails the readjustment and readjustment of society.
The problem is found when, as is the case with the appearance of digital technologies, it occurs in an extremely accelerated manner.
Challenges for education in the information society.
Taking for granted the need to implement training programs and actions that allow society to access knowledge and new technologies, Area proposes: