The Technology Divide

      Technology I feel like creates a divide between the more and less fortunate. Technology is great for people, but technology does not come cheap and not everyone can afford to keep up with the latest inventions and the newer ways to do things that were once done traditionally. When you are able to afford computers, smart phones, tablets, etc. you are able to stay current in the technology world. But, when you are only able to do the bare minimum without adding in expensive equipment to buy and learn to use, it makes it harder on the people just trying to get by.
      I do feel like the school system should have the responsibility to provide an even playing field regarding technology access because a student is at the school to learn the information regarding the class which has been done with a book and paper for an extremely long time without the use of any technology. Making things due typed up, sent through an email account, needing information to be looked up online, etc. is acceptable if time is allotted at the school to have this type of work done. Not everyone can afford a computer or any electronic device and if you are demanding things to be done that way, you should provide the means at the school. Schools should be allowed to require students to use technology if they would like, as long as they are giving time at the school for the student to complete the work. Being able to use the student library that has internet access and such is an acceptable thing so the student can complete the work without worrying about not having the device at home.
      I feel if society wants to narrow the digital divide, they need to start making things less technology based. When you go to a grocery store or any check out line for that matter, the person working relies solely on the machine telling them the correct change to give the customer. This is an example of technology starting to rule the world. Making people still use basic math will keep their brains from solely relying on something that can go away at any minute. Also, traditional ways never hurt people before so why make everything easier by using some sort of gadget to get by. This is how you improve the brain cells again in people and make people learn to still live a life that doesn't involve technology.