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Olivia Rosenberg
Dr. Courtney Werner
EN 101-26 College Composition II
5 April 2016
Technology in My Life
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, technology is simply defined as the use of
science in industry, engineering, etc., to invent useful things or to solve problems, or a machine,
piece of equipment, method, etc., that is created by technology. My personal definition of
technology is more closely related to the latter explanation. In my opinion, technology is seen
more as inventions and advancements. As a member of Generation Z, advanced technology and
new inventions have always been a part of my life, and will continue throughout my life. From a
simple childrens toys, to social media, to improvements for my future career, technology will
constantly be relevant.
Most of my childhood consisted of playing sports, playing with dolls, and falling off my
scooter; all of which can be considered technology in their own ways. At five years old, I joined
my first little league tee-ball, and later baseball team. The game of baseball, to some, may be
considered technology or an advancement. Dating back to 14th century England, stoolball and
other baseball-like games were played for entertainment. Other ball-and-stick games such as
lacrosse, and stickball can be linked back to games played by North American Indians. Popular
dolls for young girls, including Barbies, Polly Pockets, and Bratz dolls consumed mahority of
my time whilst playing inside. These dolls can be loosely defined as a form of technology. The
use of different plastics, synthetics, and fabrics used to create the dolls bodies and clothes were
all improved and invented throughout the advancements of technology and further understanding

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of different chemicals and substances. As a typical tomboy growing up, I was more often than
not found with it numerous amounts of cuts and bruises up and down my arms and legs, which of
course I did not mind at all. All the cuts and bruises on my ankles were caused by none other
than my Razor scooter. As a combination of a bicycle and skateboard, a scooter is designed by a
platform with two wheels on either end and handlebars to maintain ones balance. The scooter,
like any other mode of transportation, was invented through inspiration, intuition, planning, and
caused by the continuing advancements of technology. Primitive scooters have been handmade
in industrial urban areas for at least 100 years. Usually created with old metal scraps and wood,
the modern scooter has since been improved with all metal designs and padded handlebars.
Childrens toys are just the stepping stone to a persons introduction to the worlds inventions,
creations, and technologies.
As a preteen, to teenager, and now developing young adult, social media has played a
pivotal role to my further understanding of anything and everything occurring in the world
around me, as well as my growing character and personality. Inventions such as the computer,
cellphone, and tablet have allowed for users to quickly interact with one another and news of the
world. Starting off on websites as a child such as Club Penguin, I was able to interact with other
children from across the country and even the globe. Social networking sites including
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and now even Snapchat have not only kept me updated with the
lives of my friends and family, but also on developing news stories and worldwide
controversies. Social media allows for young adults to get their feet wet to the true adult world
by reading and understanding global issues and developing their own opinions and even political
views. With the upcoming presidential debate, young adults have voiced their opinions on the
headlining candidates and to encourage other teens to register to vote and make their small voice

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heard. Opinions on social injustices such as the killing of a young Michael Brown have been
seen throughout Facebook and Twitter and online petitions and surveys have been created to
serve as proof for different subjects and topics to be changed and amended. ((include Gladwell))
Similarly, to the opening of world issues to me, social media has also been an outlook to
funny jokes and and pictures to myself. The creation of the meme has caused the upbringing of
continuing jokes, pictures, and one-liners. Throughout his article, What Does It All Meme?
Sam Leith reviews the origin and meanings of the term meme and considers the possible effects
and consequences of instant media events for culture and society. ((continue on
article/memes))
As a nursing major, I will be exposed to the continually changing medical technologies
during my years in college and throughout my professional career. Emerging technologies that
are currently changing the practice of nursing include 3-D printing, robotics, biometrics, and
electronic healthcare records (EHR). Just imagine the changes of medical advancements from
now to about ten years into the future when I am a professional nurse working with patients.