The World From An Outsider’s Perspective
By: Mary Renee Katriel Agregado
Tags: Technology, Computers, Data, People, Telecommunication

It is important to conduct research based upon the analysis of peers in order to peek in their perspective of the task at hand. Hence, I would like to share my fellow Medium classmate’s findings on technology as a whole. Although my topic is centered on the virtual workplace communication part, it is vital to note the general public’s reaction to the technology shift within the past 2 decades. Thankfully, my classmate and Medium blogger Moris Goldstein has published in-depth data on the public’s response to technology.

Pre-quarantine group discussions: In-person but already actively using technology

Goldstein focused on the results from his primary data, indicating that his mother and father had conflicting opinions towards technology.

His mother believed that technology would “benefit everyone, expand the opportunities for jobs and allow people to explore more than ever before” (2020). This outcome implies a forward-thinking middle-aged person who views the world optimistically. Instead of seeing technology as destroying current job positions, she viewed it as an opportunity for new positions to arise. This is directly related to the ease of working from home. The door to virtual video calls has opened up communication, granting easier access to online jobs.

However, Goldstein’s father believed that “Only bad things could come out of the new technology, worsening our mental health and social skills,” (2020). According to the father’s response, it can be induced that he is of an older generation which has lived in a life without wireless accessible information. His beliefs are similar to the higher-tied workforce of current CEO’s and board of directors.

I agree to his point about people’s mental health suffering from the social isolation, but this is a current struggle with a future solution. The health and human services departments will undoubtedly introduce new methods of coping with the isolation, regardless of how long this pandemic will last. There is a high chance that people will be staying home even after the quarantine policies have been lifted, simply because of the evolving remote work environment. In short, mental health has been and will be a serious issue for the future. But given time and resources, this burden will be alleviated.

More people to interview:

Apart from his parents, Goldstein interviewed his friends to find a different age demographic’s perspective. According to his article, his friends though that “Technology in the future would have its limits, benefits and disadvantages, but would still open many opportunities for individuals,” (2020). This reflects a rather neutral but optimistic stance towards the information age. Because of the recent changes in society, it is difficult for the young leading generation to pinpoint specific feelings towards this new era. The only way to go through this historical present day is by putting faith into the betterment of our world.

Goldsein’s blog post holds valid points in reference to the new age of technology. If you are interested in the quick three-minute read, the link is below. From his interview activity, it is crystal clear that people hold a wide variety of opinions towards the future. Nevertheless, these changing times will most-likely move to a remote telecommunication society. As the next generation, we should embrace the new change with open arms and find solace amidst the uncertain.

Reference

Goldstein, M. (2020, October 4). Future of Technology Through Research. Medium. https://medium.com/technology-the-future/future-of-technology-through-research-e5d7bb48d6a5