Technological Determinism
Technological determinism has been coined as 'The belief in technology as a key governing force in society ...' (Smith, M). It is described that as technological development occurs, society and culture is changed because of this. People say that technologies such as television or the computer 'changed society'. In its most extreme form, society is seen as being determined by technology. Therefore new technologies transform society at every level such as institutions and social interaction. At the least a wide range of social and cultural phenomena are seen as shaped by technology. 'Human factors' and social arrangements are seen as secondary. (Chandler, D)
I do believe that new media has shaped society in some ways, but i wouldn't go as far as saying that society's development is a pure result of new technology. Digital media has radically changed the way we live and the introduction of television, the internet, etc has changed our culture and attitudes towards new media greatly. However, i do not believe that new technology will be 'in control' of us, i think society will always make new technology shape around us and we will use it in the best way to benefit us.
What do you think?
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i think most of the recent technological advances have improved social situations, like making it more easy and accessible to contact other people. so i do think new media such as internet had improved communication
Lauren, this is good that you include quotations from Smith and Chandler, do be certain to reference these thoroughly though with the date their books were published and the page reference. At the bottom of your blog postings you could then include a mini bibliography, as this would then assist people in knowing exactly where your quotation was taken from. Do also remember with quotes to unpack the terms within them, explain their relevance to your argument and write as much about them in your own words. Don't just leave quotes sat there on their own, you could help yourself to explain them, by asking yourself 'so what'? after wach quote that you use.
All the best
Emma
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