Overcoming the Challenge

The use of technology is very important in today’s society, and in fact, strengthens the balance between the freedom of an individual to construct to maintain and to continue to grow an authentic moral identity because it enables us to connect not only to ourselves but everyone around us in a more efficient way that was not possible before. First, the author establishes a personal definition for education, the role of texts and the use of technology; and shares the assumptions and personal expectations that she had regarding texts. Then, the author discusses how the reading by Dr. Richard Restak challenged that assumption; according to Restak’s suggestions that as time progresses our attention is split into so many different ways that it becomes difficult for us to focus on one thing. Next, the author realizes that it was in writing an essay in response to that challenge that she can incorporate the use of texts and techonology in order to expand on her own definition of education. In conclusion, the author notes that technology doesn’t have to overcome one’s life as much as it may be a helping tool to strengthen his/her ability to adapt to changes and expand their horizons.