In “By the Waters of Babylon,” John says, “Perhaps, in the old days, they ate knowledge too fast.” As we discussed in class, Stephen Vincent Benet wanted readers to inquire and explore the dangers of developing and using technology too quickly. In one paragraph:
- describe a technology from today that we use without considering the dangers,
- offer suggestions as to how we could use it more carefully, and
- at the end, paste the url of a website from which you did some reading about the dangers of using the technology.
In 2016 more then half of the world's pollution came from transportation. This could definitely be cut in half by people just walking more places and that would make people a lot healthier by walking a lot. Nearly 150 million people live in cities or towns that don't meet federal air quality standards. Poor air quality could cause bad asthma and led to 30,000 premature deaths.
ReplyDeleteI believe that if people did walk more places that would cut out some of the pollution in the world and make a change. However, that would only be a fraction of the pollution. There would still be pollution from other sources like factories. I suggest that we make laws to restrict factories from dumping their waste and polluting our lakes.
DeleteI think this solution will work because, People are capable of walking to different places that are within walking distance. My solution is that people that live in the city should not have a car and they could walk to wherever they need to go and if it is far they could always walk there or take a taxi. When they go on vacation or go somewhere far they could rent a car and it would save so much gas. The world would have a lot less air pollution.
DeleteI do agree that people should walk more places, and that would narrow some of the pollution happening in the world, but people can't walk everywhere. I think that we need to invent a new method of travel that will create less polution.
DeleteI think that you are right and you bring up a good point but people can't just walk to work. A better solution wouold be is make cars with less pollution that cost less so then we can bring down solution.
DeleteKatie, I think you had a great idea about limiting how much factories can pollute. Putting a law on this would lead us too what companies our polluting too much and the areas with too much pollution. I would also say I was referring to only transportation which is half of the pollution so we would be cutting the pollution in half not in 1/4. Adding a idea like Cameron' and Kevin's would almost finish this problem off. By making cars have less pollution and cost cheaper would put a huge dent in the transportation air pollution.
DeleteIn today's day and age almost everyone has a phone. We believe we would die without them. There are many risks we don't take to consider like the risk of cancer,50% of people who are on their phones for hours each day develop cancer. There are also other affects like shortened tempers, sleep disorders and, there are certain risks for pregnant women. Ways to keep this from happening to you is to limit the use of your phone.
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I believe your solution will work. I think it will work, because the less people are on their phones the more things they could do. I think another possible solution can be that we set a time limit on our phones, so when the time goes off we would be able to put our phones down, and work or be more active.
DeleteI think that "limiting the cell phone use" could help because I know some kids can't sleep at night because they are always on there phone. If this would work kids would probably go outside and play with other kids. I think another possible solution could be is to find ways to have something where it will just shut down.
DeleteMariana your right our phones could cause problems to us. I think cutting off the amount of time we us our phones could help us. Instead of using our phones we could do something like go out with friends,instead of using our phones.
DeleteMelanie, I really think your time limit suggestion will work if we really stick to that plan we can get more work done or do other more active things.
DeleteJordon, I agree with you. I know a lot of kids that can't sleep at night because of the distractions on their phone. If kids limit the time use on their phone they can have time to do other things. Also if you leave your phone charging somewhere else instead of in your room over-night then you won't be tempted to go on it.
DeleteJocelyn,yeah if we just cut off most of the time that we spend on our phones we can be doing something much more productive.
DeleteGuns can be dangerous even when used by good people. People leave guns out where kids and other people can get to them. According to a article parents were leaving guns in a car where kids were finding them and unintentionally shooting it. So people shouldn't have guns laying around where people can get to them. If they are going to have a gun in the car they should put it in the glovebox. If they keep it in their house they should lock it so people can't get to it.
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Hi, good job! I believe the solutions that you gave will work because if the guns are put in a place where no one will know about them, especially children. Another solution is to make sure that all of the guns are locked up in a safe place so no one will be able to get them besides yourself.
DeleteI think that your solutions will work because they will most likely prevent the problem. If there was a gun out on the floor or in a car a child will probably want to see what it does. So If you lock the gun up in a cabinet or something it can help keep children away from the gun. Something else that could be a solution that might work would be to maybe just not buy a gun if you know you have children and you want to keep them safe.
DeleteI agree that people should keep guns away from people not responsible with them, because they could harm themselves or someone else. But people can also hide their guns were nobody is allowed to go or where it can't be reached that would be hard for them like way up high.
DeleteIreland I agree with you that guns need to be locked away or not bought. If kids find them they can easily shoot them and hurt someone and get it it trouble
DeleteI agree with you Hannah that people should keep them so no one can get to them. It will work because if it is away where no one knows where it is they can't find it. Especially children who don't what they are.
DeleteI also agree with Marisa because you are right that they shouldn't buy guns if they want to make sure people can't find them. Jack I think you are also right because if they have one they should make sure that people can't find them.
DeleteIn today's day and age, most people agree that our technology is getting smarter/better. but don't realize what the causes on children are. All this technology making kids in school worse because all they want to do is be on there phones, ipads, tablets, etc. An average elementary age child uses 7.5 hours per day on technology not relating to school. But there are ways to make this better is step time for your kids work on school work without their device. Then once they're done let them have their device again.
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DeleteI think this solution will work because if you only give the child their device after they have finished their school work, they would associate doing their work with a reward, and therefore doing it more often and perhaps making it higher quality. Another solution to this problem could be waiting longer to buy your child a device, and when you do, set restrictions for it. One restriction could be a curfew on the device, or only being allowed to call. -Casey
DeleteDancer, listen. I can see why you think that this would be a great solution, but I have to disagree with you on this point. If kids were to lose their phones during school work, but get it back after, they would most likely rush to get there phones as quickly as possible. My suggestion would be that discuss a specific time that they could use their phone up to with there parents, and once the time was up, they couldn't use their phone. Except in emergencies.
DeleteI think this solution could work depending on the child. You'd have to make sure the work is well done and organized. You should make them work for it. If you can tell it's rushed then they should be told to either redo or revise and they will get it when it is well done.
DeleteCasey, What you said makes a lot of sense and it really is true, but if you're there parent you tell them what to do. I understand that it is there device but the parent bought the device so they would have control over it. I think you're solution would work as well though.
DeleteRobert and Eve, I think what you said about how kids will rush things if have there devices taken. So I think that kids really just need to be told if they will do worse in life if they don't do good in school. They also have to know that if they rush, they regret or have to redo it, so in anyway they will just be in worse problem if they don't do it right. I feel like it mostly on what the kid is like. For Robert though I think your solution will work as well.
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ReplyDeleteA Very big Technology problem is social media now a days. Some of the things/dangers that come with it are strangers and identity theft. A way we can fix this is not using your real identity on social media, or don't use it at all. And you can block any people you don't knowhttps://blog.oup.com/2017/02/how-dangerous-is-technology/
I think that staying off social media will help prevent the strangers and the identity theft, but I think not giving out personal information is the most important thing to do. Especially to people you have no idea who they are. Another thing that I think is important when it comes to social is making your accounts private. Thata way you can see the people that want to follow you and you can decline or delete the people you don't know that want to follow you.
DeleteKenny. This is a really straight foward idea, but the only thing that is maybe to exaggerated in this solution is that it is to straight foward. Billions of people around the word use social media and every time they update( the social media), they ask for more information. Sure, it may seem easy for people to nse fake names or even nicknames, but with how much people already shared, and how the internet never erases anything, we might to far into social media to turn back. I suppose we could moniter who uses social media to stop cyber bullying and cyber stalking.
DeleteI think this solution is a great idea. And that you shouldn't be giving out personal information. And when you do have a social media account you can make your account private and only accept people that you know. So that if someone wants to message you(a person you don't know) you can easily decline it.
DeleteAlex, that is a good point, but I think that we should be just "straight-foward". I think that we should just plain out not use our real names, or just make private accounts, because if someone request to see your page, and you don't know them, you can block them.
DeleteOne technology that is being used too fast, as in their not thinking on what their doing on it, is computers. Hacking computers can cause many problems such as financial losses, loss of information, decreased privacy and damaged reputation. I suggest people not to give out any passwords or information to people they do not know.
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DeleteI really like the idea here. I really never thought about this thanks for putting it in my brain
DeleteI think that not giving out your is a good way to help not get your computer hacked, but I do not think that its is a solution. One solution that may work is getting more secure networks and computers that make it harder for hackers to hack you computer.
DeleteKenny hacking computers is a big deal and you bring up very interesting point with losses of things
DeleteThe extensive knowledge people have aquired about this, just to bring all of us down. I'm glad you brought attention to this. We need to monitor these people in order to stop the possibility of this happening.
DeleteRyan, I think my solution is one of the best ways to keep people from hacking your computer. If no one knows your password but you how are they going to get into the computer? Through Networks is really hard according to my research.
DeletePencil Monkey, I agree with what you were saying and thank you.
DeleteCameron, This is Ryan Boyle and thank you
DeleteWill, you are very welcome.
DeleteOne type of technology that people often use without thinking too much is the internet. Things the internet can do is put malware and viruses on the system you have by you downloading certain things like Roblox. These things can cause harm to your device and it can be hard to tell that something is bad before you click on a link. My suggestion is to not go on anonymous sites and not download things that you know will give your system viruses. You should also have a computer scanner that scans for viruses and malware that can break your computer.
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Kevin you make a very good point on how the internet is used and how you can get malware on your computer. Your suggestion was vey helpful and I will take that into notice.
DeleteI think that would work because you can be aware of the viruses and what you are downloading. But there is something else that you can do. There are virus protectors that protect your computer from viruses and can help with the virus problem. I believe the one my family uses is virus bee or something like that, it is a virus protector. But there are more than that, and there are ones that say they prevent viruses but they bring viruses.
DeleteI agree that you shouldn't download thing that have a risk of giving you a virus, but I think going anonymous is a good idea because your not giving our any personal information for people to find you. I think another idea you could do is look into what you are downloading and look at the review. If it were to say that I got a virus after downloading this.Then you would know not to download it.
DeleteI think that having a computer scanner is a really good way to help prevent virus on your computer, and I think that it would help a lot. Anther think that could work is not downloading thing at all on your computer.
DeleteI agree. Using antiviruses can prevent computer viruses from entering your computer. Another way you can protect yourself from computer viruses is to not open suspicious emails and to not download things from sources like Utorrent.
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DeleteCameron: An antivirus computer scanner like Norton would do the trick. What is your suggestion?
DeleteJack: I actually didn't think of that. My computer has a built-in virus scanner application so I didn't need to download any antivirus apps.
Jada: Yeah, going anonymous would be a good idea. That way people can't see any personal info that you wouldn't want shown to the world.
Ryan: Yeah. You can also use a computer for working on stuff like homework or a digital project.
George: I can agree to that. If someone wanted your info on something, they could send you a message and/or a link to a bad website.
Walking while distracted. Estimated 1,500 people were treated in emergency rooms related to using their phones while walking. In 2016 people would play Pokemon Go while walking. I say when you walk you should put your phone away.
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This solution would work, but how would you get people to put their phones away? They aren't just going to stop doing it because you said so. I think a more effective solution would be to enforce a law stating that it is illegal to walk while on your phone. It's illegal to drive, distracted, so why isn't it illegal to walk distracted? I don't think it's too far off, and I think it would motivate people to stay off their phones while walking. -Casey
DeleteI think the solution will work but you have to tell them more reasons why you shouldn't and what could happen to you if you did do it.It is tempting to look at your messages and snapchat and social media but you have to control yourself. Maybe you should just turn off your ringer or turn off your phone when your walking or driving.
DeleteAbby your point makes sense and people do walk distracted. The real question is how are we going to stop people from walking distracted. You also need to add more discription it feels like you just did this in five seconds. You need to expand more on this.
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DeleteCameron,Janiya and Casey you all have a point. You can't stop people from making dumb decisions. But at least we have to try and stop it. If people know the dangers of texting and while walking it can prevent less people from going to the emergency room and then emergency rooms can actually help the sick people instead of helping the dumb people who decide to walk while texting or "Snapchatting." Casey I agree with you. I think congress should make a law to ban people from walking while on their phones. Janiya I completely agree with you because when people are walking they should turn their ringers off or even turning their phone completely off. Cameron no one can stop people it their choice and their life but I think officials should talk to people about the dangers of texting while walking and the risk they are taking while walking and texting.
DeleteMany people use technology every day without thinking of the dangers of it. The dangers of computers being hacked is a problem because they are not protected enough. The internet is easily accessible by cyber criminals taking your money with your bank account.
ReplyDeleteWays to protect your computer is a password that you can’t find any where in a dictionary online or your family members names. Buy a computer anti-virus software to protect you from clicking on a virus.
I think instead of looks and unneeded updates why not hire professional hackers to break into your computer and tell you what needs to be fixed so they can not break into your computer and steal your stuff.
https://ist.mit.edu/security/internet
James I think your right, about get getting someone to professional to hack and break into your computer and help so people won't hack in your account. Another solution that people could also do is, backup your things and close your old account.
DeleteThat is a very good solution about people hacking into everything and our personal stuff isn't protected enough. And that you shouldn't use your names and something that everyone knows about you. Like your favorite color. You could use like a state name or something that know one guess it was your password
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There are many dangers that phones can bring but also there are a lot of good things they can bring. One of the dangers is social media and with that, increased phone use. Social media can be a good and bad thing because some people use it in a bad way. They might swear, make fun of people, post inappropriate pictures, or a lot more. When people do this it can affect your collage and you can get in trouble from you school, the police, and parents and it won't be good. Also using phones too much can give you cancer. The reason how is because the radio waves go into yours hands and can cause serious damage. Social media is one of the reasons that people are on there phones so much and why they use them so often. Studies show that the people who use their phones more have this problem more. The radiation of the phone is what gives it to you. How this could be fixed is people could just not go on there phones as much or people should just not answer a text or a snap chat as soon as they get it. That is a bad thing for people who use their phone a lot of people who use it for a long period of time. These are a few reasons why phones can be dangerous.
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/radiation/cell-phones-fact-sheet#q2
I think you're right, if people put down their phones and didn't answer messages, snap chats and other messaging or not needed contacting apps it would get them to be off their phones more. The low percentage of people that don't have those apps don't seem to be as attached to their device. Another possible solution to this problem could be a set time you can go on your phone and limit yourself. Be smart about the timing.
DeleteI really liked your perspective and your thoughts, but I feel like your solution won't really work. For example; if someone texted you as an emergency you'd want to reply to them as soon as possible. I believe that a better solution is to educate people; especially the younger generations about the potential dangers of your phone. If more people knew that you could get cancer from your phone, then that might make them think twice before playing pubg mobile.
DeleteIn today's modern day we are blessed with the gift of easy transportation, little did we know our transportation was blessing us with pollution. thats right every time you drive, get a bus, sometimes its just other things like factories or what we burn and how much.
ReplyDeletethe most common types of green house gas emissions are methane gas, Co2, carbon monaxide and more. this is harmful to the ozone layer. that is the layer of earths atmosphere that protects us from the harmful rays of the sun. and the gasses are damaging that layer strongly and opening up the world to more heat(possibly global warming.)
we could solve this problem by using an alternative method of energy and heating an just every day stuff. people could stop mining for this stupid oil(government) and start putting in solar panels and using win power and the oceans current will turn a turbine that can just non stop make energy.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/terms/fossil_fuel.htm
well i think that it could work but with the wind turbine it hurts the bird population. It can kill the birds until there are no more birds left. The solar power is the best thing to try to solve pollution.
DeleteI think these solutions would work! We have a lot of pollution coming from cars and other types of transportation. Solar power and other alternative ways of energy will definitely help our planet become less polluted. Another possible solution I suggest is carpooling and taking public buses to reduce the amount of vehicles we are using everyday. Good job!
DeleteZack. I like how your again thinking about the environment. but a bird could die flying into a tree just as easy. All though i do agree solar energy is a great way to improve and replace the modern big oil. But who is deciding one type of renuable energy is key. solar is a good go to but wind can support local places or as a back up.
DeleteIn modern day we have a lot of new technology. And because of that people use it way too much. Not as many people go outside because they all have phones. And not to mention the are a lot of money. Theres also social media. Many unsuspecting teens just looking for people to talk to online are tricked by older people acting as people their age. And also many people cyber bully others, mostly teens. Also if kids are on there phones all the time they might lack social or learning skills. I'm not saying that phones are totally terrible. I think that they are a good idea. But I thinks kid go on them way too much and need to go outdoors and hang out with friend more often.
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I don't really agree with your solution because I don't think it is one.A solution I thought of is if parents limit kids time,or they could educate themselves about the phones themselves.Before buying one.This way parents know what their buying and if disagree can find alternatives.
DeleteBrennan. This solution to bring down electronic use is already in affect. Parents set guidlines for their kids and limit how long they can use technology. when kids are off from school there are camps they can go to that prevent technology use
DeleteAlex those will also work.But some parents don't set guidelines for their kids.
DeleteIn "by the waters of babylon" the technology is different because when you wanted to look up something you would look for a book that included what you were looking for. Now, we ask siri. Some dangers that come with using technology could be that there is an increase in getting cancer, the more you use technology (like your phone). Children have more potential of accumulating more years of cell phone exposure than adults do. We could use this technology more carefully by trying to use encyclopedias or use the technology less for fun and more for when you actually need it https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/radiation/cell-phones-fact-sheet
ReplyDeleteCarli, this is almost to stright foward of a solution. there is never going to be a world where people dont use technology except for to possible outcomes. 1, we forget hoe to use and 2, we ban technology. Maybe we should limit use at the source, like cutting back on battery life for the grester good, or slowing distribution
DeleteI think the solutions will work for cell phone exposure. By using more carefully and trying to use encyclopedias for what you actuallly need. My solution is to try to not use you phone if you don't need to.
ReplyDeleteI will be honest Mckayla, your solution is very brief, short, and not well thought out. The main problem is people are using their phones to much. So the anser isn't as simple as "Just don't use your phone when you don't need to", because they don't have the will power to do it by themselves. Another better solution would be for someone to set a time limit for them on electronics, and once that time was up, the helper could take away their phone for the day.
Delete2 things. Not only did you not describe the problem, but you also did not paste a URL. There is no way for me to know the problem so I'm gonna guess. I think that you are talking about cell phone addiction. The easiest way to solve this problem is to strip away the extra stuff in a phone such as social media apps and games. These apps can make a phone so much more than just a device to communicate. These apps are designed to suck someone into an app. If we remove these apps the addictive side of a phone will disappear too.
DeleteOverusing cell phones is a significant problem in our current society; this problem can contribute to car accidents and distraction from schoolwork, among other problems. Limiting personal use of cell phones is a good start, but more in-depth solutions could be creating apps that only parents can access and use to create a time limit for their child, and creating phones that have a limit on the number of games that can be installed onto them, so that phones can become less of a distraction.
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