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Essay / How Technology Will Shape Learning - 1317
Over the years, people, usually teachers, have tried to figure out the best way to teach. Many agree that by using technology, students will gain more knowledge and concentrate more in class. Additionally, many say that since the invention of computers in 1945 and as technology has advanced since then, students, mostly teenagers, have lost focus and knowledge of their abilities. An expert article by Marie Glenn, "How Technology Will Shape Learning" cleverly includes rhetorical devices and strategies such as the use of logos, ethos, expert testimony, humor and evaluation techniques to strongly promote its positive conception of the use of technology in the classroom. In contrast, Kentaro Toyama's article, "There Are No Technology Shortcuts to Good Education," uses pathos, diction, expert testimony, and his personal observation to strongly oppose the theory that technology helps education. Although Marie Glenn and Kentaro Toyama have both written articles on the use of technology in education, Glenn's arguments are better supported and more reasonable. Analysis of “How Technology Will Shape Learning” Marie Glenn skillfully begins her informative article by providing the reader with facts, studies, and evaluation techniques that further her goal of convincing her audience, primarily educational programs, that technology is beneficial in education. Glenn largely achieves his goal of convincing his audience by gaining credibility. She begins her article by using quantitative logos to support her argument and establish her point of view on innovative education in terms of technology. Glenn says: "63% of respondents in both the public and private sectors say technological innovation will have a major influence on the... middle of paper ...... the challenge in education remains motivation directed at long-term benefits for the student - something that no technology today can provide alone, but that good teachers regularly provide” (3). In their informative article, Marie Glenn and Kentaro Toyama achieve their goals in their writing. Marie Glenn has proven more than enough in providing statistics and facts to declare her positive outlook and benefits of technology in education. While Kentaro Toyama has repeatedly stated that technology does not have the motivation, which he believes is the source of improving education to teach students. Although Marie Glenn and Kentaro Toyama proved to be very questionable arguments, Marie Glenn was able to write a much more comprehensive essay using more logos and expert testimonials that reaffirmed her personal observations on the topic, "technology improves life." 'education ».”.