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Technology definition

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Study, development and application of devices, machines and techniques to manufacturing and productive processes

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Technology as Hardware (TAG)

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Toys; (Primitive: Marbles→ Complex: Lego robot)

Appliances; (Primitive: Axe→ Complex: Vacuum cleaner)

Gadgets: (Primitive: Spear→ Complex; iPhone)

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Technology as Software (ADW)

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Applications (Primitive: Abacus→ Complex: Photoshop)

Databases (Primitive: Filing cabinet→ Complex: iCloud)

Websites (Primitive: Encyclopedia→ Complex; Google)

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Technology as Organisation of Knowledge (MICH)

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Media: (Primitive: Blackboard→ Complex: Google Cloud)

Internet: (Primitive: Morse code→ Complex: Online services)

Communications: (Primitive: Morse code→ Complex: Satellite)

Home entertainment: (Primitive: Playing cards→ Complex: Smart TV)

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Primitive Tech

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Simplistic application of devices and techniques (may be outdated in today’s society)

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Complex Tech

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Sophisticated machinery or application of devices relevant to to contemporary times (without primitive advancement to complex would have been impossible)

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Digital Revolution

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Began in 1980’s (still ongoing)

Movement towards digital technology and away from mechanical and electronic (power cords, electrical circuits)

2000’s→ Internet, phones, digital TV common (previously expensive tech, large computers)

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The Information Age

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Ability to transfer info freely and to access knowledge instantly (previously impossible)

Allows rapid global communications and networks→ shapes modern society

From this age; Price of computer dropped,increase in internet, job losses

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Outline how the nature and use of information and communication technology has evolved

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1980’s→ Mobile phones (today almost as many phone subscriptions as people in world)

Mobile internet, data→ becomes important; social media trends

Cyber criminality→ poses threat to individuals and society

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Examine data from the ABS to compare trends in household use of information and communication technology over time

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94% of Australians use the internet at ;least once a week

18-24→ Highest internet usage

64% of population bought goods online

2009→ 6 million households in Aus had access to internet

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Reasons for the development of Technology

SOCIAL BETTERMENT

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Communication
Phone status symbol→ heightened self esteem to those in possession of latest tech

Transport
Society strives to maintain quality of life through preserving environment
Hybrid cars help maintain healthier air→ reduce reliance on fossil fuels

Consumer Services
Consumer support popular→Continued focus; Improves support for consumers and businesses

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Reasons for the development of Technology

THE GLOBAL COMMUNITY

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Communication
Ability to contact family/friends/business clients by voice, text, video→ Makes geographically distant places seem close and accessible

Transport
Hybrid vehicles cut down carbon dioxide emissions by half and reduce polluting air by 90%

Consumer Services
Online support accessed anywhere, 24/7

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Reasons for the development of Technology

RESPONSE TO SOCIAL PROBLEMS

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Communication
Mobile phone is sometimes used in response to increased alarm→ users know support is just a call away

Transport
Hybrid cars operate silently; been cause of accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists→ social problem needs further development
Several makers developed electric vehicle warning sounds designed to alert pedestrians to presence

Consumer Services
Online counselling services address social problems that exist within communities. E,g, Kids helpline, emergency helpline designed in response to social problems

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Reasons for the development of Technology

IMPROVE UPON EXISTING TECHNOLOGY

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Communication
Push buttons mean that disabled people can more easily use phones
Cordless designs offer increased flexibility in terms of where calls can be taken

Transport
Low emission engines support a greener lifestyle
Rechargeable energy storage systems supplement fossil fuel

Consumer Services
Previously→ consumers read hard copy manuals and waited long time for face to face support
Improvements in tech allow for online help, voice/ key activation to select info needed.

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Reasons for the development of Technology

CONSUMER DEMAND AND HUMAN NEED

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Communication
Screen/key size, weight, battery life, plans available→ result of consumer demand and human need
Addressing these areas serves needs of aged (larger screens) those on a budget (pre-paid SIM cards) travellers (extended battery life)

Transport
Soaring oil prices and rising level of consumer awareness about environmental issues→ making many car companies develop hybrid cars

Consumer Services
Web-based connection is convenient and accessible from anywhere

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Reasons for the development of Technology

ECONOMIC BENEFIT

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Communication
Multiple functions in one (e.g. phone, internet and camera) → reduces cost in separate items,
App purchases provide ongoing source of income for developer

Transport
Hybrid cars are more expensive than traditional cars→ but long term economic benefits significant
Hybrid cars achieve 20-35% better fuel consumption→ equates to substantial economic benefit

Consumer Services
Online help is paperless→ Saves printing costs

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FACTORS AFFECTING ACCESS TO AND ACCEPTANCE OF TECHNOLOGY

Education

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Students in remote regions; access education instantly, communicate with teacher via internet

Global classroom→ regular contact with students overseas to share ideas,

Those poorly educated and denied tech in education; may be resistant to adopting tech for own children

School with slow broadband→ may have negative global classroom experiences

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FACTORS AFFECTING ACCESS TO AND ACCEPTANCE OF TECHNOLOGY

Gender

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Gender stereotyping; people equate certain tech with gender→ limiting and don’t represent acceptance of tech

E.g. Females linked with home tech (dishwashers) and Men linked with engineering tech

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FACTORS AFFECTING ACCESS TO AND ACCEPTANCE OF TECHNOLOGY

Geographical location

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Mobile phones/internet→ made education, communication, business easier for people in remote locations

However some regions; limited access to technicians able to repair technology or lack of Internet

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FACTORS AFFECTING ACCESS TO AND ACCEPTANCE OF TECHNOLOGY

Religion

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Religion sometimes restricts access; religion plays role in forming values and attitudes

Some religious groups use technology to spread gospel messages through TV, radio (Hillsong)

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FACTORS AFFECTING ACCESS TO AND ACCEPTANCE OF TECHNOLOGY

Age

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Many who didn’t grow up with technologies→ may resist use

Some have access to new but prefer older ones that have served them in the past

Some older people resist change, but some embraced→ Aged use social media to keep in touch with family overseas

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FACTORS AFFECTING ACCESS TO AND ACCEPTANCE OF TECHNOLOGY

Culture

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Some cultural groups may be isolated due to language barriers→ tech enabling own language or verbal prompts→ allows for increased increased

Some migrate from cultures where tech not widely been used; more likely to oppose it (E.g Amish oppose modern)

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FACTORS AFFECTING ACCESS TO AND ACCEPTANCE OF TECHNOLOGY

Economic status

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Families from lower socioeconomic groups; may be accepting but reduced financial access

Adequate standard of living may have higher priority over expensive technology→ free public internet (attempt to address inequity)

Conflict between children who want latest tech and ability of parents to provide it

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FACTORS AFFECTING ACCESS TO AND ACCEPTANCE OF TECHNOLOGY

Disability

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Benefits from improved equipment/access to online services and education to improve learning

Advancement of MRI’s, CT scans, prosthetic (hips, knees, limbs) → improved wellbeing

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Technologies and the Family

Household technology

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Labour saving appliances, online shopping (dishwasher, microwave)

Advantages: Less time spent on food prep, housework, shopping, frees time for multiple commitments

Disadvantages: Decreased cooking skills, economic costs (low self esteem if can’t afford)

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Technologies and the Family

Information and communication technology

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Families want immediate response; wireless→ improves communication

Satellite tracking, video calling (enhance safety, but may cause anxiety)

Mobile phone,s social networks→ altered social environment, maintain contact with family

Webcams; family contact or tool for business settings

Some may experience alienation with frustration over tech or inequity in tech distribution

Advantages: Keep families connected, share stories or photos in iCloud

Disadvantages: Addiction to social media, rely on internet for instant news

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Technologies and the Family

Entertainment technology

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Online games, theme parks, surround sound, robots→ impacts on wellbeing

Often learn of negative effects when tech fractures family relationships

Advantages: Relax from stressed life, connects family members

Disadvantages: Auditory/visual problems, anti-social behaviour, addictions

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Technologies and the Community

FOOD

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Tech for modified atmosphere packaging; extends shelf life, tamper evident and resealable

Agriculture biotech; GMO foods (developing countries)

Freeze dried foods→ leisure industry (camping/hiking)

Food packaging tech; cater to single, two person families

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Technologies and the Community

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

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Learning more accessible; develop skills, remain motivated, equitable for all to acquire knowledge

Students with disability; voice programs, learn at own
pace

Medical specialists collaborate overseas, virtually operate

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Technologies and the Community

HEALTH AND MEDICINE

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Medical tech; equipment, instruments, knowledge→ better health care

Professionals to perform face lifts, plastic surgery (increase self esteem)

Tech allows surgeries to be performed, skin grafts, life saving procedures

Genetic engineering; change structure of genes (treat genetic disease)

Reproductive tech (reshape infertile, same sex families)

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Technologies and the Community

LEISURE AND ENTERTIANMENT

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Aim of leisure; enhance wellbeing→ may be picnic in park or playing online with strangers

Tech changed face of leisure activities; previous personal connections now with strangers, tech connection

Before internet, mobile phones, pagers→ people could be off duty: from work after hours; now employees expected to be available via tech

Leisure may be in social media, virtual chat rooms

Employers, colleagues all expect instant responses to voicemail, emails→ impacts personal leisure tim

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Technologies and the Community

TRANSPORT AND TRAVEL

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9/11→ issues with travel; tech solved (airport security, body scanning, flights tracked, luggage checks)

Tech monitors traffic; smoother traffic flow, reduce emissions, → commuters altered on mobile of train

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Technologies and the workplace

Safety technology

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Reduce incidence of death/injury, exposure to hazards→ improve infrastructure

Automatic shutdown systems; protect workers (sensors detect changes, robotic bomb detonation)

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Technologies and the workplace

Information and communication technology

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Job losses; businesses investing more in tech→ affects economy (both parents need to work)

On other hand→ tech may enhance working family wellbeing; communication for working away from home

Specialised training required: different pay levels; greater access; better chance of higher income

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Technologies and the workplace

Structure of the workplace (HEEEF)

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Health and safety
Safe work Aus; national strategies for safe workplaces; research and evaluation, regulations

Equipment
All workplace electric equipment; must be tagged and tested
Tools designed with cut-off switches, emergency releases, sensors and physical guards

Efficiency
Hardware runs communication lines→ ensures operation of local/international systems
Stock numbers, sales figures→ entered into system and analysed→ graphs produced

Education and training
Training tool tech; collaborative/interactive learning (delivered in TV, computer, phone)
Personalised; done at toie suitable for person→ online training if retraining necessary

Flexibility
Different approaches to tradition→ tech helps flexibility
Employees telecommunicate allowing access to files at home, or skype with clients overseas

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Introduction of technology into the workplace

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Practices evolve over time; resistance tech→ employers encouraged to offer training to upgrade staff skills, replace inefficient workplace equipment, acknowledge staff fears

Employees encouraged to train develop flexibility in usage, be open minded

E commerce; more efficient

ATM, online stores→ purchase power for consumer

Storehouses; barcode scanners, more immediate stock control (improves customer service)

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Assess the degree to which technology impacts on

Workplace safety

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All equipment needs to be tested and tagged

Machines instantly shut down if there is a problem, automatic shut down in a bank

Criteria for tech to be up to date, safe and not a risk to employees

Hard hats, protective clothing, fire alarms, sprinklers

Cut off switches, emergency releases, sensors→ less hazards

Security cameras

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Assess the degree to which technology impacts on

Work/life Balance

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Training to use tech tech in own time

Access files at home

Online shopping→ delivery makes life easier

Phone→ means you are accessible 24/7→ hard to switch off from work

If overseas on work→ can communicate with family via skype, facetime

Skype/facetime→ business partners teleconference

Tech in tech to improve balance → E.g. Washing machine that can be programmed from work

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Assess the degree to which technology impacts on

Career Pathways

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Job losses and reinventing→ changing face of traditionally known jobs

Need to constantly update skills, retraining, education
Updated facilities, equipment

Need to update skills→ if not ‘tech savvy’ then won’t get promoted etc

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Evaluate the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees in adopting technology in the workplace

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Practices evolve over time→ resistance to tech is great; employers need to help inclusion of tech into workforce by:

Offer training opportunities for staff to upgrade skills

Maintain existing tech and replace inefficient equipment

Acknowledge staff fears and maintain open communication about new tech

Employees encouraged to:
Engage in training programs
Develop flexibility in use of new tech, be open minded

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TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT
Issues related to information and communication technology

Information overload

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Positives:
Person can manage IO→ Spam emails filtered out, can choose ‘do not disturb’ on device

Negatives:
Information overload→ person is exposed to excessive amounts of emails, spam, reports, messages and links that appear on screens every day

Rapidly expanding amounts of info available in an instant through Internet

Thousands of articles online (nothing is removed, easy to access)

Info easily spread through net→ disperse info quickly

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TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT
Issues related to information and communication technology

Copyright

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Positives:
Copyright: Provides legal protection for those who express ideas/info in mediums (writing, visual, music)

People can check for copyrighted text and images→ plagiarism checkers. E.g. Turnitin

Negatives:
Tech→ makes it easy for people to copy work without acknowledging original owner

ICT→ Easy to copy and share info, easy to access, hard to monitor

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TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT
Issues related to information and communication technology

Accuracy of information

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Positives:
Accuracy maintained through back ups, validation (security code sent to phone for online purchases)

Data integrity fundamental to security

Improvements; Red light cameras for transport, touch pads for swimmers→ accuracy of placings

Negatives:
Anyone can publish info online, regardless of how accurate it is, falsify data. E.g. Wikipedia

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TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT
Issues related to information and communication technology

Privacy and safety

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Positives:
Tracking devices on personal property, security codes on ATM and credit cards

CCTV cameras→ more secure as digital footprint exists for police of anything were to happen to them

Negatives:
Lives constantly under surveillance→ Public transport, public places

Devices can counter security measures; hacking software, decoding devices

Increasing identity theft, file manipulation

Facebook hacking, cyberbullying (safety compromised)

Bank details, personal info hacked, or people can access on social media

Some unaware of their privacy settings and don’t protect themselves or others (flow on effect)

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TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT
Issues related to information and communication technology

Security of information

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Positives:
ICT→ providing greater accessibility, convenience, efficiency and productivity

Security protects. E.g. Anti- spyware (Norton) unsafe internet pages filtered out so can’t be accessed

ATM’s cards pin protected, immediately frozen if lost/stolen

Negatives:
Threats → come from individuals, organised crime syndicates, viruses, hacking, identity theft and spam

Each time tech changes to improve security→ people find way to counteract

People may not know how secure details are when sign up for things, or complete surveys for companies

Social media should be private and only people the individual knows should be added

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Debate the issues related to the development of information and communication technologies

NEGATIVES

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Physical wellbeing→ Overuse leads to auditory/ visual problems→ affects physical functioning

Economic wellbeing→ High costs, if can’t afford may lead to lowered self esteem

Social wellbeing→ Lack of face to face communication. (E.g. Phones at dinner)

Emotional wellbeing→ Cyberbullying, more vulnerable to bullies online, 24/7 access

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Debate the issues related to the development of information and communication technologies

POSITIVES

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Social wellbeing→ Can connect via social media to relatives overseas or friends

Physical wellbeing→ Games that promote health (Wii Sports)
Fitbit (innovations)
Improved accuracy in medicine, surgery

Economic wellbeing→ Youth better suited for increasing tech prevalence in jobs (job growth, industry

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Impact of emerging technologies

Ethics

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Ethics→ Values and standards central to our core beliefs (very personal)

Technology creates conflict between values and standards

E.g. Is it ethical to research genetic embryo material to reduce disease

Is it ethical to interfere with nature for IVF→ Religious bioethics

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Impact of emerging technologies

Equity and Access

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Equal opportunities for all→ human right; inequities for tech needs to be addressed; E.g. Geographical isolated, socioeconomic disadvantage)

Some have better access to, broadband speeds, medical tech, phone connection

Address inequities:
Free wifi in certain locations (E.g. Public libraries)
Free education programs on using tech, or an ‘introduction to tech’ class
Implementing global classrooms via Internet for geographically isolated

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Impact of emerging technologies

Economic

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Positives:
Tech revolutionised workplace→ greater efficiency, reduced economic business costs

Negatives:
Expensive to develop

Unemployment→ Greater use of tech in workplace→ lose jobs; economic wellbeing

Estimated job losses as tech advances:

  • Train drivers (driverless trains in 2017→ Northwest rail link)
  • Surgery assistants (replaced by robots)
  • Dentists (replaced by machinery)
  • Post office workers (not as many letters sent today compared to past)
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Impact of emerging technologies

Health and Safety

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Positives:
Safety cameras→ protective measures

New treatments to enhance health and wellbeing

Cancer research
Creation of artificial organs and blood to save sick

Negatives:
Equity and access→ New tech generally only available in larger cities, to those who can afford

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Impact of emerging technologies

Environmental

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Positives:
Forecast weather, recycling operations→ preserve environment

Desalination plants→ address global water shortages, hydroponics for crop growth→ improve food source

Negatives:
Waste products from fossil fuel production, machinery→ destroy fragile environments

E.g. Great Barrier Reef→ Industrialisation, machinery tearing up sand bed, pollution killing wildlife

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Impact of emerging technologies

Educational and Learning

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Positive:
Enhance learning environment (smart boards, projectors)

Global classroom→ strengthen learning opportunities
Wireless systems→ self-directed learning platforms

Negative:
Slow internet speeds→ impact on access

Widely accepted in schools→ not everyone can afford; emotional illbeing

Increased periods of usage→ auditory/visual problems

Tech replacing books, writing→ deterioration of handwriting and book usage

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Examine various emerging technologies and predict the potential impact of their development

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Most jobs in 15 years don’t exist yet, those that do→ will change dramatically

Tech advances shape society negatively by:

Creating power and providing opportunities for it to be exerted over others (abusive)

Introduce situations where human rights and legal systems have little control over tech

Benefits of tech for society:

  • Connect individuals and communities through communication tech
  • Provide services to enhance education, wellbeing of all
  • Provide effective protective and defence regimes
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Smartphone definition

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Portable, multifunctional device. Ability to make phone calls, send messages & other functions

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Issues relating to technological development (RFI)

Reasons for the development of the technology

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Multifunctional→ all in 1 device, instead of owning many devices that only perform 1 function

Portable, lightweight and compact→ Previously attached to a wall

Functionality and connectivity important for business/social life

SP needs to be durable and efficient→ new developments for consumer demand. E.g. Waterproof iPhone 7

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Issues relating to technological development (RFI)

Factors affecting access to and acceptance of the technology
EDUCATION

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Adolescents→ May need to use smartphones for education at school, Uni or TAFE

Dictionary app, google for research, camera to take photos of textbooks,

Accepted by people of all education levels

Education needed about safe use and functionality; also appropriate info shared

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Issues relating to technological development (RFI)

Factors affecting access to and acceptance of the technology
GENDER

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Males tend to use smartphones for gaming; women for photography, social media

Women place higher value on camera, size, weight→ buy lifestyle apps, social media

Men place higher value on operating system→ games, business, health and fitness apps

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Issues relating to technological development (RFI)

Factors affecting access to and acceptance of the technology
GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION

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Isolated→ very accepting (feel more connected)

People in cities→ Feel pressure to have latest model

Living remotely→ Network connection issues
In large cities→ Network traffic

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Issues relating to technological development (RFI)

Factors affecting access to and acceptance of the technology
RELIGION

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SP→ Used by individuals of all religions, but some religions restrict usage

Religious app→ make SP more accessible (Digital Qur’an, Islamic compass, Digital Bible)

Religious officials support→ E.g. Pope’s twitter account

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Issues relating to technological development (RFI)

Factors affecting access to and acceptance of the technology
AGE

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All generations→ accepting. Young people use SP more predominately

SP navigated easily by babies→ aged

Children as young as 8→ feel pressured to own SP

24-35 age group dominate SP use

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Issues relating to technological development (RFI)

Factors affecting access to and acceptance of the technology
CULTURE

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Used by individuals of all cultures, but some cultural practices may restrict usage

Some use functions of SP more predominantly→ E.g. Language translation app

Cultural beliefs→ strengthened by connecting members via social media, facetime

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Issues relating to technological development (RFI)

Factors affecting access to and acceptance of the technology
ECONOMIC STATUS

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Accepted by people of all socioeconomic levels, but inequity in access

Children from rich schools may be encouraged to use SP in lessons for classwork

Lower socioeconomic families→ may feel pressure to own SP

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Issues relating to technological development (RFI)

Factors affecting access to and acceptance of the technology
DISABILITY

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Very accepting→ allows them to feel and be more connected (but may be expensive)

Features modified to suit disability→ Physical disabilities; some prefer to use physical keyboard

SP instead of carrying around a large folder of symbols

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Impact on lifestyle and wellbeing of the technology

SOCIALLY

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Positive:
Keep people connected→ social media apps, texts, phone calling, FaceTime

Capture, store moments→ camera function, iCloud (share photos)

Negative:
Cyberbullying→ inappropriate texts, mobile apps

Bombarded by emails, phone calls→ constantly connected to work, no switch off

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Impact on lifestyle and wellbeing of the technology

PHYSICALLY

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Positive:
Tracking fitness, health→ Caloriecount, Michelle Bridges app, heart rate monitor

Fitbit connectivity

Negative:
Auditory/ Visual problems from overuse

Sleep deprivation from 24/7 connectivity

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Impact on lifestyle and wellbeing of the technology

EMOTIONALLY

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Positive:
Allows individuals to have positive state of mind; feel organised and in control (Task manager, folders to organise apps into different categories)

Timers, stopwatches, calculator→ multiple functions

Parents feel comforted being in contact with children on public transport

Negative:
If don’t distance from technology→ feel stressed

Losing phone, all contacts, data→ emotional illbeing

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Impact on lifestyle and wellbeing of the technology

ECONOMICALLY

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Positive:
Internet banking→ convenient (don’t worry about bank opening hours)

Easy transfer money from one bank account to another

Camera→ take photos of receipts, email receipts

Negative:
Cost of phones, repairs, data → expensive

If hacked→ gain bank details

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Impact on lifestyle and wellbeing of the technology

CULTURALLY

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Positive:
Keep track of cultural events (reminders, online calendars)

Connect and share experiences with others (snapchat, FB, iCloud)
Language translation apps

Negative:
Some cultures may ban them (E.g. Amish)

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
Impact on lifestyle and wellbeing of the technology

SPIRITUALLY

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Positive:
Use phone to play music, use various apps to meditate and relax

Access religious apps and digital Holy Booms for portable convenience

Negative:
Some have constant updates from apps (Astrology, zodiac) Information overload

Technical spirituality→ sense of self altered, not a physical spiritual connection

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY

How has the technology emerged or developed over time?

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1946→ 1st mobile network established (without wireless network, no wireless phones)

1994→ IBM combines cell phone and PDA→ Simon Personal Communicator

1994→ Smartphone market begins with Blackberry (only 2 way pager with email, not a phone)

2000→ Term ‘Smartphone’ appears on market

2007→ Apple iPhone→ more than a communication device, it’s a mobile media centre

2008→ Google introduces Android IOS (quickly becomes dominant operating system)

2011→ 491.4 million smartphones sold worldwide

2016→ Estimated 1 billion annual smartphone sales

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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
What impact has the technology had politically, economically and socially?

POLITICAL

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Legislations developed to keep safe while using (E.g. no phone while driving→ fines and demerit points for misuse)

Countries can trade, world leaders stay connected to each other

Sharing important messages and info→ awareness of global issues (news, social media apps)

Interactive medium for political messages; Facebook forum during election

73
Q

SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
What impact has the technology had politically, economically and socially?

ECONOMIC

A

Economically viable for business→ large market share of all tech on market

Creates millions for developers, owners → E.g. Apple
Advertisers have to fight for brand association

Developers in accessories, apps→ E.g. Angry birds app led to movie

Constant updates→ people want lastest version; keeps industry growing

New jobs in research, production, development, maintenance, advertising

  • Phone glass repairs
  • Researchers for touchpads, bigger screens (consumer demand)
74
Q

SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY
What impact has the technology had politically, economically and socially?

SOCIAL

A

Capture precious moments instantly (camera) and share with family and friends (iCloud)

Individuals can interact closely (phone/ Facetime)

Family away on business trips remain connected

Bullying can occur (24/7 connectivity)

Contacts store important personal /business info→ Portable, but if lost→ problem

75
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SELECTED PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY

What issues are related to the use and development of the technology?

A

Security risks and breaches, (hacking)

Unintentional sharing of data

Neck, auditory, visual problems from overuse

High cost (affordability)

Battery consumption, storage space, camera quality

Fragility (break easily if dropped) most are non-waterproof

Privacy issues(vulnerable to hackers/predators online)

Hard to manage and oversee children’s smartphones as a parent→ leads to cyberbullying problems, predators, sharing personal details

Overheating

Addiction

Status symbol→ Apple considered superior brand→ those without may have lowered self esteem

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