The Social, Economic, And Political Impact Of Technology: An Historical Perspective

Loendorf, William

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“…(Albert Einstein) Online learning (OL) is rapidly gaining momentum in front of our eyes, and it will undoubtedly continue to expand across all levels and forms of education. Yet, while it brings various benefits for the learners, especially working adults, it also carries quite a few risks which can affect the quality of the learning outcomes and produce serious social and cultural consequences (Loendorf, 2010;Maurer et al, 2013;Sousa, 2014;Halupa, 2016;Gerardi, 2017). One of them is a growing formalization trend that permeates the whole education system but even more so the OL and may adversely affect the learners, learning, and society in many ways.…”

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Formalism in online education

Serdyukov

2021

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PurposeWith the rapid transition of education from the traditional, classroom- or campus-based to the online format, there grows a need for not only taking advantage of online technology but also assessing actual and potential effects it can make on the learners, learning, education, and society. One of the risks inherent in online learning is its growing formalization both in the organization of the learning and in its process, which may gravely affect students’ learning, health, cognition, behavior and quality of the learning outcomes. It can also produce serious implications for the society. This article investigates the origins of formalization, its forms and stages, and discusses asynchronous, precision, and automated learning formats from this perspective. Among many issues, the impact of formalization on the learner's development and socialization is considered. The author offers a pragmatic solution for deformalization of online learning.Design/methodology/approachQualitative analysis of contemporary research literature, educational trends and practices.FindingsIt was found that formalism permeates online education in many ways. It is present in asynchronous, precise and automated learning and may produce significant impact on students, their learning, and society.Research limitations/implicationsThis is a qualitative research based on the analysis of current research literature and teaching practices.Practical implicationsWhile formalism in education is an unavoidable evil, its impact must be diminished. Critical analysis and practical recommendations offered may help improve online teaching and learning.Social implicationsFormalism affects both students' socialization in the online learning environment, and patterns of socialization in the society. It also impacts students’ cognition and behaviors. So, counteracting formalism may benefit the society's well-being.Originality/valueThe authors could not find any publications on this topic. So this is an original material which may contribute to improving online teaching and learning.

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“…However, the challenge remains to understand the historical development of technology in its varied social, economic, and political contexts. Outlining a forum to help students explore this, Loendorf (2010) 5 described a junior-level, interdisciplinary course studying the historical foundations of technologies and their impact on human lives. Jing, Gao and Dong (2010) 6 highlighted teaching and cultivation of humanistic qualities though social history education as a method of encouraging critical thinking methods and a spirit of scientific inquiry.…”

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Keeping the Conversation Alive: Maintaining Students' Research Skills Throughout Their College Careers

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Milliken²,

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference &Amp; Exposition Proceedings

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Jay Bhatt received M.S. in Library and Information Science and M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Drexel University. Some of his activities include: collection development in engineering, outreach to faculty and students, and teaching engineering information research skills to faculty and students. He is the the 2010 recipient of the Homer I. Bernhardt Distinguished Service award from ASEE's Engineering Libraries Division and the 2003 recipient of Drexel University's Harold Myers Distinguished Service Award.

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“…The social, political, economic and cultural impacts of technologies (Loendorf 10 , 2010) are also explored to determine their positive and negative effects. It was designed to broaden the student's perspective of past technologies and how they were discovered and used.…”

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Using Multiple Methods to Promote Technological Literacy

Loendorf¹,

Durfee²

2014 ASEE Annual Conference &Amp; Exposition Proceedings

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M.B.A. at the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, and Ph.D. in Engineering Management at Walden University. He holds a Professional Engineer license and has 30 years of industrial experience as an Engineer or Engineering Manager at General Motors, Cadnetix, and Motorola. His interests include engineering management, technological literacy, improving the competitiveness of American companies, and real-time embedded systems.

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The Social, Economic, And Political Impact Of Technology: An Historical Perspective

Abstract: He holds a Professional Engineer license and has 30 years of industrial experience as an Engineer or Engineering Manager at General Motors, Cadnetix, and Motorola. His interests include engineering management, technological literacy, and real-time embedded systems.

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Formalism in online education

Formalism in online education

Keeping the Conversation Alive: Maintaining Students' Research Skills Throughout Their College Careers

Using Multiple Methods to Promote Technological Literacy

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