In “Technology & Experience” by Byrd he provides a plethora of examples of worldly, double-edged sword historic, experiences, many of which have life-changing pros and cons. I found these historic events relatable by the pro and con effect (thankfully not as extreme as some of the examples that are more devastating) at my High School. South Hardin is a one to one Mac laptop school and I personally love the fact that I can use this to my advantage when planning my curriculum and be providing lessons to my classes. Check us out at https://southhardinart.weebly.com/ I do however wish I had more time for updating and adjusting my site, the bulk of it is done over the summer months. This year I took a leap into the youtube world by practicing sub plans with the use of video technology. I record myself (usually with a snapchat filter) presenting the intro or the goals for the daily assignment and leave the link in my sub plans. Also on the pro side is the ability to research techniques, materials, and of course Artists. Research has never been easier but along with these immense benefits comes a variety of cons. On the top of that list is the distraction from the goals, it is easy for students and myself to get sidetracked and waste valuable time. I have a number of students who have a very hard time functioning in the classroom because they have grown so attached to their laptop. I found this classroom struggle to be very relatable to the interview “Young Boy with Autism becomes Good Friends with Siri”. (http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/young-boy-autism-good-friends-siri-26316448) I do believe that many of my students who become extremely attached to their laptops find that they are in control of a device that will not stab them in the back, that will be there for them for entertainment, and will not talk down to them. They find comfort in the fact that the technology is predictable and allows them an escape from the confinements of their world. It is a perilous tightrope to accomplish allowing the right amount of positive social interaction and use of tech for these students. Each needs a different approach facilitated to become a successful student in Art. Which leads me to a statement that Hiroshi Ishiguro said in the video “Human or Machine? The Incredibly Life-Like Android Robots from Japan”. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlHrvQ7D5OU) Hiroshi Ishiguro stated that “the process of understanding our nature is the most interesting part of the study of androids.” How in comparison do these students with technology addictions process their relationship to the technology compared to others who are less influenced by its sway of intrigue? Another connection I noticed in this week's readings was to the ability that artists such as Ron Mueck (https://www.theatlantic.com/photo/2013/10/the-hyperrealistic-sculptures-of-ron-mueck/100606/) have in replicating the human figure and the amazing adjustments that Aimee Mullins (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQ0iMulicgg) accomplished in her awe-inspiring prosthetic legs. Hyperrealistic art really catches quite a few of my student's attention and I have recently agreed to collaborate with Eldora Haunted Hospital for teaching staff and students FX makeup! I believe investigating more artist that work with hyperrealism and modifications of the body with help me plan and teach others better this upcoming Fall. ResourcesTechnology & Experience by Byrd
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