Journal 2

EFL537: Computer Assisted Language Learning                                       Thursday 04 /21/11

Instructor: Rui Li, Ph.D.

Cecilia Scheinman

Journal Assignment 2

Describe Positive and Negative aspects associated with use of technology in a given situation.

   Maybe I sound like I reject technology but I am not against it.  I see many positives results using technology but I still prefer the freedom from technology and more when I see that technology is being used in the wrong ways.  There are many wonderful and educative web pages that teachers use for ELL students like www.sheppardsoftware.com and others.  One day we got stuck out on the road during a storm and we called AAA and somebody came and helped us.  What about buying what we need through the internet avoiding crowded malls during holidays.

   Hazards: This is frightening! I have seen more than once a driver texting or checking the cellphone when they are driving on the highway or downtown.  I do not mind too much if they are only talking.  Another example would be me having to get into blackboard and something is wrong and I cannot get through or it is under maintaince and cannot be used.  There are times we really need a human being answering the phone and we are on hold for a while listening to the music and eventually a sweet voice saying “Thank you for holding on line ones of our agents will help you shortly”  What about making a doctor appointment or talking to them. Patients need to leave personal information, the reason for the call and a number where they could reach you as soon they can.  The record also says   if you are really sick call 911 or go to emergency.