Part 1
Robotics, Computing,
Artificial Intelligence
Honestly I’m fairly comfortable with this area, but still curious.
I was on a robotics team in high school, and I’ve taken a class on AI; both of
these things should help me get moving in these fields faster. Despite a basic
technical knowledge of some of these things, I would say that I have a very
limited understanding of any potential social implications that some of these
things can have.
Media and Entertainment
Industries
I have been known to call the head of many media companies idiots,
for what seems to be an active attempt to make it difficult to pay for their
content. It would be interesting to see if the industry as a whole is allergic
to the contents of my wallet, or if there is something deeper that I am missing
on the subject.
Education
I suppose my curiosity in education is also inspired by
frustrating experiences, and again like the media industry this frustration is
related to a poor handling of current technologies. Maybe I’m being narrow-minded,
but I find it interesting to see how technology can fundamentally change some
fields. In addition it would be interesting to research education during a time
where many people are worried as the US is slipping in the global ranks.
Part 2
Robotics, Computing,
Artificial Intelligence
This article talks about the improvement that was made on existing
self driving car technology by Scientists from Oxford. It touches on what a
future could be like if self driving cars were ubiquitous, specifically
mentioning the potential for thousands of saved lives due to a decrease in car
accidents. While this may show promise, I think that this type of technology is
something that will be adopted at a slower pace than it can be advanced because
many people will be uncomfortable.
Media and Entertainment
Industries
The article comments on a quote from a director of Game of Throne,
where it appears as if he claims that piracy can be beneficial because it can
generate “cultural buzz”. I would say that I agree with what his opinion seems
to be, and that furthermore piracy is unavoidable in almost every case.
Education
This article discusses the increasing resistance to standardized
tests in the US. It mentions a several school districts that protest
standardized tests that they are made to take as part of their high school
education. I know that I have been hearing people assert that there are
problems with standardized tests for years, but I didn’t expect for protests
like this to happen. The potential consequences for skipping tests seems like
it should deter most people, but that being said if there are people who do it
their decision should not be taken lightly.
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