Do you have any predictions for the future of technology? Where will we go from here? What is the next "I can't live without it" thing?
Science fiction writers have made predictions that have come true. Consider Jules Verne in 20 Leagues Under the Sea. We now have nuclear powered submarines. He also predicted that man would go to the moon. We did that in the 1960s.
Ray Bradbury wrote "There Will Come Soft Rains" in the 1950s. In the short story, Bradbury describes many technological wonders that are common today. As you read the story, make a list of all of the technology that is in use today. Submit your list in MyCompLab by Tuesday. In addition, dream a bit and write down three "predictions" for our future. (15 pts.)
http://www.ou.edu/cls/online/lstd1233/pdf/bradbury.pdf
Bradbury’s Predictions
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What we have in use today…
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Predictions for the future…What will we have 10 year from now? What will be invented 50 + years from now?
Back to your essay...introductions...
Introduction –
Introduction –
a. Identify the specific technology you will be discussing – cell phone, computer, automobile, dishwasher, microwave, GPS, etc.
b.
c. In addition, state your thesis – make your point of view clear! (Some of you may be taking a creative approach. See me if this is the case.)
Here are some helpful tips...
Also see pp. 55-66 in Wordsmith.
Homework
1. Now, write your introduction. Post it in MyCompLab. (25 pts.) It is due Thursday.
2. In addition, print copy of your entire Technology essay. Bring a paper copy to class on Thursday. You will need it for a peer editing activity. If you do not have it for the activity, 10 points will be deducted from your final essay grade.
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