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People and Technology Today: Some Educational Implications

Authors :
Rodriguez-Sedano, Alfredo
Paris, Ana Costa
Mut, Maite Dassoy
Source :
Online Submission. May 2011 8(5):627-636.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The present article approaches some of the educational implications borne by humanity with technological progress. We begin by pointing out significant data that classify what is considered relevant. Then, confronting the future is discussed by analyzing the attitudes necessary to promote the goals. Confronted with these challenges, three possible focuses are suggested in accordance to the novel realities issued from science and technology: The first is the revitalization of humanism; The second is, the society of knowledge calls for both "radicalism and responsibility", which is also a response to our own decisions, without avoiding their consequences nor discharging them in others; The third is, understanding the true and full significance of solidarity. Finally, some approaches and educational suggestions are highlighted allowing parents, professors and students the greatest opportunity for profiting from the limitless resources that science and technology provide us for personal growth.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1548-6613
Volume :
8
Issue :
5
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Online Submission
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
ED520691
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive