Collaborative Writing by Alley F

dependent on the easiy accessed information.

2024-10-31 07:22:29 UTC

not making stupid

2024-10-31 07:22:52 UTC

technology "helps us live smarter" as we're able to access answers

2024-10-31 07:23:12 UTC

Reduced Memory Retention : When we know information is easily accessible, we may remember less. Studies show that people are more likely to forget information they can readily “ Google ” because they rely on the internet as an external memory source ( this is called " cognitive offloading " ) .

2024-10-31 07:23:46 UTC

Weaker Critical Thinking Skills: With instant access to answers, people may become less inclined to analyze or critically engage with information. Instead of processing and understanding details, they may accept answers at face value, which can reduce deeper thinking skills.

not making stupid

2024-10-31 07:24:08 UTC

our brains rely on the internet for the memory in much the same way they rely on the memory of a friend, family member or co-worker

2024-10-31 07:24:14 UTC

the vast amount of information available online can lead to information overload, making it difficult for individuals to discern credible sources from unreliable ones. This can contribute to misunderstandings or a lack of depth in knowledge.

search engines such as google can provide instant access to a vast amount of information, which improve the efficiency for learning.

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Easy access to information can lead us to accept facts without questioning them. we might stop engaging in the critical thinking

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Using the example of a new mother seeking advice about her baby's sleep, Bell suggests that technology can answer questions more efficiently than traditional methods, ultimately enhancing critical thinking rather than diminishing it.

it's very easy to be affected by others' opinions since we easily follow the trend instead of considering whether it is correct or not

2024-10-31 07:24:35 UTC

not making stupid

2024-10-31 07:24:38 UTC

intelligence involves knowing how to seek out information, which can be facilitated by technology.

2024-10-31 07:26:11 UTC

Google ' s constant availability and the hyperlinked nature of online content lead to frequent distractions. This impacts our attention span, making it difficult to focus on longer or more challenging content, which might be essential for deep learning and probl em-solving.