We hope you all stay nice and warm as you prepare for the snowstorm! The great thing is that we'll be waiting for you when you get back! We hope you've got hot cocoa at home, just in case you're snowed in! Coleman's class! We think it's great that Alyssa, Davonta, Angel and Hazen have been thinking about technology from the past and how things have changed so much!
Can you imagine a phone the size of a brick?! Whether you're upgrading to the newest technology OR you're still using a phone from years ago, we're really happy you learned something new today!
Meghan, Kimora and Emilee are focusing on the right topics! Great work! We're so excited that your activity related to today's Wonder, Mrs. Thomas's Tigers! It sounds like Zach lives in a very technology savvy home! We are so happy you shared your comment with us today, Wonder Friends! We think it's cool to Wonder about tomorrow's topic Good afternoon, Wonder Friend Jusin and Skylar!
Thanks for stopping by to Wonder about the awesome advancements of technology! It's amazing to think about how far we have come! For example, we wouldn't be able to communicate with you if it weren't for technology! Skylar, what a great question! There are lots of answers, depending on who you ask! For some, making music is the oldest use of technology!
For others, some may think the invention of the gramophone is the oldest kind of technology. The gramophone was the first device used to record sound! We Wonder what you'll find with some more research!? Hi Wonder Friends Jake and Maria! It sounds like you've got a great pair of ears, Jake! We are happy you pointed out the voice differences in the video today! It's fun to Wonder about life in another time, where we didn't have computers or cell phones! We think it would be cool but very different from what we're used to!
Hey there, Maria! We've heard from many of Mrs. We are so happy you enjoyed today's Wonder so much, too! Good afternoon, Maddy and Ashton! Thanks for telling us all about your favorite facts from today's awesome Wonder!
We are very thankful for technology, otherwise we'd have to wait for your letters to get to Wonderopolis! And then you'd have to wait for a response from us!
Thanks for visiting us today! It sounds like Brady and Liam have been thinking about all types of technology today! Great work, Wonder Friends! Brady, we agree with you-- phones without cords allow us to talk wherever we'd like! Liam, we Wonder if you have ever tried typing on a typewriter? We think you would be good at it, since it's similar to a computer.
But computers can do a lot more than a typewriter can, so we're glad we've got computers, too! We like your Wonder guesses! Thanks for making us smile! We're so happy our Wonder Friends Alexa and Jakob are here today!
Alexa, thanks for recalling the first cell phone you saw-- we bet it was a lot different from the ones we see today!
We love that you have been comparing the different types of technology today! Great work, and great Wonder guess! Could you imagine using different types of computers, phones and even typewriters?
How interesting! See you soon! Hey Mason and Eiffie! We're happy to know that you've made your very own connections to today's technology Wonder! We think it's right up your alley! We love to hear back from our Wonder Friends. Have a marvelous Monday! Hey there, Wonder Friends Briahna and Karsen!
Thanks for visiting us today to Wonder about technology! It sure has changed over time! Hess is out for the day!
We also appreciate your comment about the Internet! It's great to be online, but being outside and spending time with your friends is very important, too! Karsen, we bet it's hard to imagine carrying around such a large cell phone! Thanks for sharing your Wonder guess-- we think you're on the right track! Good morning to you, Noah and Max! We are so happy you're both here today! We are glad you're using your imaginations, especially with your guesses for tomorrow's Wonder!
We will see you then! Hi there, Wonder Friends from Mrs. Hess' class! Hess is at home today. We bet she'll be so happy to hear that you visited us today, Andrew and Gisselle!
We hope her children feel better soon! We also appreciate your thoughts about the Wonder video, too! We appreciate that you told us about the text in the video-- it did go pretty fast! We are smilling because of your awesome Wonder guesses!
Thank you for visiting us this morning! We agree, Ms. Bayko's Class! Technology has changed a great deal over time, and things seem to get smaller every year! The cool thing about the smaller products, like cell phones and computers, is that even though they're not as large, they are able to do a whole lot!
We are glad you shared your guesses with us for tomorrow! We look forward to finding out what it will be! Good morning, Wonder Friends in Mrs.
Reasor's Class! Thank you for starting your day with us here at Wonderopolis! Keep up the great work, and we hope to see you soon!
It's so cool to Wonder about the history of technology with you today, Sarah! We think it's cool that each generation had a specific way to communicate and it's a bit more savvy each time! We are undergoing some spring clearing site maintenance and need to temporarily disable the commenting feature.
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When is technology old? What is obsolescence? What is planned obsolescence? Tags: See All Tags antique , cassette , cell , device , digital , eight-track , function , high-definition , internet , MP3 , music , obsolescence , obsolete , old , outdated , phone , reel-to-reel , replacement , rotary , technology , telephone , television , version. Wonder What's Next? No picnic would be complete without tomorrow's handy Wonder of the Day! Try It Out Ready to learn more about old and new technology?
Find a tech-savvy friend or family member to help you check out one or more of the following activities: Have a talk with some adults about today's technology. How does it compare to the technology they had growing up?
Did they foresee the types of technology available today? Why or why not? Go on an old technology scavenger hunt! Start with a tour of your house. Check out the telephones, televisions and other electronic devices you find. Which ones are new? What about the old ones?
Do they still work? What features do the older items lack that you might find in newer models? It can also be fun to look through junk drawers and storage areas in the basement or garage. You never know when you'll stumble across a graveyard of old technology. How many examples can you find of technology that isn't really used much any longer? Perhaps your garage is the hiding place for a cassette player?
Maybe your grandparents still have an eight-track tape player! If you can find an old reel-to-reel music player, you might have an antique on your hands! Have fun looking for examples of old and new technology. Enjoy comparing the old vs. What do you think? Is newer always better? What old technology do you still enjoy using? What will the future of technology be? Grab your crystal ball and make your best guesses about the kinds of technology your children will use some day.
Think 10, 20 and even 30 years into the future. What will televisions be like? How will we listen to music? Will we still use telephones? How will we communicate? Have fun brainstorming what technology might look like down the road. Would you like to be a part of pioneering that new technology? Talk to a guidance counselor or an adult about careers in science, technology, engineering and math that could one day put you on the forefront of the latest technological marvels!
Did you get it? I think a lot of my generation are over looking what is now a way of life! Not so long ago I concluded running a training course for the iPad — the average student age was 83, and they all found it very beneficial! If technology is presented in the correct way, it can be very useful to the elderly. Just come a cross this blog, so informative and I agree technology is for everyone!
I am 62 and I love using it especially to talk to my children and grandchildren. Love this! Great article. First of all, I am saying that I like your post very much. I am really impressed by the way in which you presented the content and also the structure of the post. I showed this article to my Granddaughter and we have been working together to help me into the digital age!
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Are Older People using new Technology? The Internet When it comes to modern technology for older people, the internet might seem like a daunting place to start. The BBC Web Wise website defines the internet as: A network of computers that works much like the postal system, only at sub-second speeds.
With an internet connection you can: Order your weekly shop to your front door. Video chat with your friends and family. Share updates and photographs on social media websites. Play games with friends — keeping your brain active in the process. Organise your bills and bank accounts. Watch TV shows and movies through streaming services.
Examples of helpful mobile phone apps include: Zoom — A video calling app that makes it easier to see your children, grandchildren, or loved ones no matter where they are around the world.
Great for emergencies, if you need to tell emergency services precisely where you are. It will also tell you which medication you should be taking at this time. Pocket Physio — Developed by Care UK, this app gives advice on the workouts you should be doing to keep yourself fit and healthy. Various Games — Challenging games to help keep your brain active, which helps to delay the onset of dementia. Search for crosswords, sudoku, and lots of creative, new puzzles. Tablets Since the launch of the iPad in , touchscreen tablets have become very common in UK households.
Some of the benefits of owning a tablet include: Bigger Screens — Perfect if you have any vision issues. Amazing Apps — You can watch movies, play games, and chat with friends over a video call — all from the comfort of your sofa. Affordable — Tablets are generally cheaper than laptops and desktop computers.
Great for Gaming — Through the app store you can download and play many games with your friends. Read more: 5 Benefits of Using Computer Tablets Fitness Devices As we all know, staying fit and healthy is very important, no matter your age. Most fitness devices can track the following: Daily steps. Calories burned. Heart rate.
This engaging activity allows students to compare old and new technologies to experience how significant the advances in technology have been.
The nature of microwaves is introduced, and students learn about their part in a cell phone system. The activity sheet includes teacher notes, guidance, useful web links, and links where appropriate to the national curriculum in each of the four devolved UK nations; England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
All activity sheets and supporting resources including film clips! You can stream and download the related films by clicking on the appropriate link in the related resources section below. Age range: Back to Resource Listings.
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