Reading: 3/6

Start reading Neil Postman's Technopoly. We will begin discussing the first chapter on Friday, 3/6.

Consider the following:

1) Postman writes, "Our task is to understand what that design is -- that is to say, when we admit new technology to the culture, we must do so with our eyes wide open" (7). First, how does this relate to our discussions so far; what sentiments from past readings are echoed in this chapter?

Also, how can we apply our task to what we have left to do in our course? Which activity does this statement serve as a useful reminder?

2) Postman also states, "New technologies alter the structure of our interests . . ." (20). Let's work to define this statement more clearly within the class, assuming that the "our" is general society, or humanity. Define this statement as we may practically implement what Postman is saying. In other words, provide some real world examples to clarify what Postman is saying.