Instruction
Discussion Topic
Now that you have reviewed some examples of the digital age's impact on our lives and learned more about how the three themes are affected by digital technology, choose one of the three themes (LOVE, FREEDOM, or HAPPINESS) to analyze in relation to the digital age (social networking sites, streaming videos, online games, smart phones, etc.).
This forum is considered a formal writing assignment in addition to a class discussion. Include terms from your textbook. Research (outside of the required course readings) is required, so be sure to document your resources.
In your original post, answer the following, and be sure to elaborate, use examples, and include at least one resource outside of the required course readings. :
Introduce a philosopher and briefly summarize their philosophy for the theme you have chosen. Provide documentation for the resource used.
In what way is the digital age (social networking sites, streaming videos, online games, smart phones, etc.) making a positive contribution to your chosen theme (LOVE, FREEDOM, or HAPPINESS)? For example, mobile devices are allowing workers more freedom to be available to companies and clients when not in the office.
In what way is the digital age (social networking sites, streaming videos, online games, smart phones, etc.) having a negative impact on your chosen theme (LOVE, FREEDOM, or HAPPINESS)? For example, mobile devices may appear to allow more freedom, but now workers are expected to be available longer hours, including weekends. Research and provide documentation.
Based on your research, do you think digital technology (social networking sites, streaming videos, online games, smart phones, etc.) is redefining what it means to experience your chosen theme (LOVE, FREEDOM, or HAPPINESS)?
In your responses to your classmates, address the following:
Share at least one thing you learned from their post or one thing you found interesting about their post.
Provide at least one information-based resource (video or article) in each of your reply posts to further explore your classmate's topic. Be sure to briefly explain what you are contributing and why you are sharing it. Provide a link to the resource or embed the video.