Our world solves problems with advancement in technology. Why walk to the grocery store when you can drive there. Why go to the library when you can read a book on your tablet. Our technology advancements don't change the task itself, but change how we do the task. Some may believe that we lose our creativity when we live our lives with constant use of technology. However, I believe that these alterations are to save time, and do not take away our creativity.
Like other changes to the world, our education system has evolved to using computers more often. The way we learn is different but not dulled. We are learning the same material, just on a different point of view, but maybe that is what we need. Creativity will never die as long as the world is always evolving. Creativity is a personal thing, and can not be taken away by any form of technology. It is made by our personalities and from our very thoughts. The content of creativity could change, but that is a positive thing. What should remain consistent is "putting empathy to work," as Idris Mootee describes it. Remaining motivated to think as an individual is what keeps creativity from endangerment. Idris Mootee strives to, "Give individuals space to create, with well defined goals. Then use the group to build on those ideas and to improvise." We form our own creativity and use it to not only remain an individual, but keep in touch with the evolution of our society as we share our unique thoughts to make even better ones.
-B'elanna Herrera
B'elanna, you make really good points here that I agree with. Maybe an argument that can be made though is that it's possible that time spent on technology unrelated to school work for non-stimulating, entertainment purposes is time taken away from creativity, for creativity requires some space for solitude and time to think and reflect. It's hard to have this when all available time is spent watching a screen.
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