Technology and English in our
Daily Lives
“Technology, is
nothing. What is important is that you have a faith in people, that they are
basically good and smart, and if you give them tools, they will do wonderful
things with them” an amazing quote by Steve Jobs about the ability human beings
to learn interesting tools. The use of
technology has pushed adults, teenagers and children to have knowledge in computers
and cell phones; at the same time, learn foreign languages like English, which is
an important instrument to communicate around the world. In other words, more
people learn, more opportunities they will have and new windows are opened, all
this just by a click!
One of the most relevant facts in the last 50 years
has been changing the improvement in communication process; sophisticated
computers, tablets or cell phones and the opportunity to learn foreign
languages through them, catches customers’ attention; as a result, people feel the
necessity to obtain the newest article at any cost, this become in some way a
part of “success”, the next one comes after that, when they are able to use
them. According to Greene, (2012) “In
today’s society, it is easier to stay connected than it is to disconnect from
the world. This trend has bled over into purchasing habits: most users will research new products and services using their tablets or smartphones.
Due to the advances, children,
teenagers and adults use computers and cell phones; they are constantly motivated
to keep in touch with friends, classmates and co-workers, also people are interested in learning new
languages such as English. Because of distances, technology and English are used
to communicate with family, friends or coworkers of any country in an easy way:
we can send photos and videos in few minutes; make video calls, conferences,
etc, In this way, we share our ideas, plans and feelings with relatives around
the world and quickly they know our recent events. For instance some college
U.S. students had a weekly e-mail exchange with Latin students for one
semester. (Hertel, 2003) explains: “Survey results revealed this
student-centered endeavor had the potential to change cultural attitudes,
increase knowledge and awareness of other cultures, foster language
acquisition, as well as boost student interest and motivation in language and
cultural studies”. The ability to use computers and the use of a foreign
language give us the chance to visit interesting places virtually, know another
cultures, style of living, food, etc.
Therefore when technology and English are develop skillfully, students
and people at work can obtain better opportunities in the future. Shyamlee & M., (2012) explains “there are
many more opportunities for students to gain confidence practice and extend
themselves, especially for ESL students who learn the language for more than
just fun. For them to keep pace with ELT and gain more confidence they have to
stride into the world of multimedia technology”. Those who have advanced knowledges in technology and English
language, are forward people just know something about these matters and people
around can notice it.
For this reasons the use of
technology and the ability to communicate in other languages like English
facilitates people lives. It increases motivation and productivity when young people
and adults are interested in the use technology with frequency because real
world is a matter of being competent. Technology and English give us the
opportunity to obtain information quickly around the world, make business
easily, students creativity is higher and everybody can learn about other
cultures and countries. This is just a way to demonstrate how a person is able
to communicate in a formal or informal way.
References
Greene, N. (2012, December 11). Social Media
Strategies Summit. Retrieved from
http://socialmediastrategiessummit.com/blog/the-new-consumer-how-social-media-has-impacted-consumerism/
Hertel, T. (2003,
May 1). The Journal. Retrieved 2005, from https://thejournal.com/Articles/2005/05/01/The-Advantages-of-Using-Technology-in-Second-Language-Education.aspx?Page=1
Shyamlee, S. D.,
& M., P. (2012). International Conference on Language, Medias and
Culture. Retrieved from
http://www.ipedr.com/vol33/030-ICLMC2012-L10042.pdf
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