Christa McAuliffe Technology Conference
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Th1-05 Salon C 10:00-11:00 |
Hyperconnectivity, Students, Learning, & the Mind Jacques-Jude Lepine, Librarian and Technology Coordinator, Profile School, and Deborah Boisvert, Deerfield School District |
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* E2 Level: everyone Grades: All |
Starting with a multimedia presentation, the presenters provide an overview of some of the most important questions raised by the effects of hyperconnectivity - the seamless, ubiquitous use of technology and internet access in daily life - on the life of the mind. The perspective and studies of both enthusiastic and cautious authors are summarized and illustrated, along with video segments of users and researchers. Following this presentation, the discussion focuses on the cognitive process through pratical examples: Whether adult learners or students, how do we absorb, process and integrate information, and thus actually learn? What is the impact of hyperconnectivity on this process, and how to optimize it? Are there cases when less is more? Is continuous connectivity always better, for the mind, than discrete connectivity? How important is it for the mind to allow for the information to "sink in"? And the bigger questions about the connected lifestyle: what kind of life, liberty and happiness are at stake? We conclude this session with an increased determination to be critical users of technology and a desire to continue to reflect on the effectiveness and implications of many of our daily practices. |
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