Lesson: Technosolutionism
The introduction of ChatGPT today is an example of technosolutionism in action. While the technology behind ChatGPT is impressive and has many potential benefits, it is essential to remember that it is not a panacea for all our problems. Humans have a history of believing technology will replace workers and create a utopia where we will have time and resources to do whatever we want. Technosolutionism can be dangerous because it can lead us to overlook the nuances and complexities of human experience.
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Example Article
Each conversation topic is based on a theme. In order to help students acquire a basic understanding of that topic, four media articles are provided for them to read. I will never test you on the articles, but I strongly suggest you book lessons far enough in advance to give yourself enough time to properly prepare. The better prepared you are, the more benefit you will receive from our conversations.
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