Tech And Change - Social Studies

Are students addicted to their cellphones? If so, is that a problem? 

- From what I've observed students, around me wouldn't be considered "addicted" to their phones ( devices ) although, I may not see how they use their devices at home, from what I have witnessed I can clearly tell were not addicted. On the other hand I definitely agree we could use some off screen time. 

- Yes, it would be a problem if students especially young ones were to be addicted to their device at such a age. Being on a screen to long can affect you in all sorts of ways. Ether it be mental or physical. Mental aspects would mean, you could get affected by words said online that are personal and it could take a toll on you, you could get roped into unnecessary online drama or bullying and more. Social Media has it's good and bad side. Physically you could drain yourself if your on your device to much, especially if your losing sleep over it. This can cause bad eye sight, sleepless nights and mood swings.

( Do I think devices are good? Honestly yes, their extremely helpful and handy in ways we couldn't even imagine. Is it okay if were addicted? No, as much as I like the concept of technology, they also bring a lot of bad outcomes and can cause you to stray away from things. ) 

Tech And Change

Technology Definition

Technology is the creative process that utilities tools, resources and systems to solve problems. It also enhances control over natural and man made environments to improve our lives.

- Explanation: Our slides are, a whole different range about the topic of technology change and history. So far we have done, 20 or more suggestions of what technology has effected over time. And we have also just started on our facts and timeline!

My Boomerang

My Boomerang.

1. What was the purpose of this activity?

- To get a better understanding of the aboriginal culture, through boomerangs. One of the main resources to the aborigines was boomerangs, which were used to hunt and much more. They relied on these items, and were used daily. This is why we chose this specific tool, so we could get a better discovery and understanding.  

2. What is the story on your boomerang?

- I personally, didn't actually have a proper story or background on my boomerang. As I just took some symbolic aboriginal painting designs and put it all together, in hopes of something to come to life in the end. 

3. What went well when painting your boomerang?

My painting actually didn't start off well. I wasn't familiar enough, with any of the designs and couldn't really decide on what to paint. As I started to paint on one side, I couldn't help but wonder if my designs actually related to the aboriginal culture itself. In the end, I started again on the other side and incorporated some designs such as...the Aborigine dots, spirals, swirls, and a 

small green lizard.  

4. My boomerang!