Friday, August 29, 2008
Computer Time Doesn't Have To Replace Reading Time
Computer Time Doesn't Have To Replace Reading Time was an article recently written by Paula Ebben for WBZTV.com which - as one can clearly see - is about the digital age taking over and distracting children from reading books. What Ms. Ebben says though is that this is not necessarily a negative thing, yes, kids aren't going out and reading the traditional way, but, they are still reading. As Paula Ebbens says in her article new networking sites like the "Myface" and all those social networking sites make it easier for for individuals to connect with a small community to talk about a book. Also, reading has taken a new turn, now a days kids are reading right off their computers. As Georgia Christman says it is nice because "The chapters come out at a certain time and so everyone is reading at the same pace and knows what's going on at the same time." Personally i would never want to go online to read a book, to me nothing can beat curling up with my kitten - Corduroy Tr0nasaurous-Rex Bartlett - and reading a good paper back. But, for kicks and giggles i decided to checked out some of the online resources posted at the bottom of the article. I found they were extremly useful in finding new books to read and actually i think i will use some of these sites to help locate books in the future. But overall, i am still a strong believe of doing things the old fashion way. Sitting and reading some ink and paper
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I've always pondered this scenario and about how much the digitized world plagues our surrounding generations - old and new. It frightens me to think how much kids rely on computers to communicate, read, play, etc. The distinction between reading from a book and reading text online is that it's popular, more convenient, and entertaining. Myspace is filled with eye candy in regards to flash animations, movies, games, etc. However, I find more kids glued to myspace, facebook and other networking sites and it generates questions such as, what are they really getting from all this? Like you said Dylan, nothing can replace the feeling of book in your hand. I feel like the computer takes away from personal communication and individuality. Sure, one can spice up a site with great graphics and animations and vibrant colors, and we know a book can't do that, but I strongly believe it carries a more distinct feeling and it is a little more personal. Also, reading too much text online can cause eye strain. Next time you see someone on the computer, take a look at their posture. It's never typical of what should be expected to reduce physical strain on your body. There is a nice link here including all the details about it. Even I don't practice these techniques to relieve the strain!
http://www.pasadenaeye.com/faq/faq08/faq08_text.html
I enjoyed your article. It certainly does bring many questions!
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