How Young People are Changing the World
Yesterday, today and tomorrow, technology was, is and will be everywhere. It’s in our schools,our homes and our lives. Sometimes people are afraid that the technology is too advanced or is advancing too fast, but we cannot deny that it has changed our lives for the better. A big part of this advanced technology are teenagers, they are intrigued by it and want to explore it. As a young teen myself, l can confirm that I can’t even imagine life without tech usage. Almost all of our daily activities are accompanied by it. So this brings the question, is technology really that useful or we are just used to not doing the little things.
Today’s youth has such advanced technology, like no generation had before. From smartphones and laptops to robots and apps, young people are enjoying technology to the fullest, and some of them want to use it to make a difference in the world. They are showing us that you don’t have to be an adult to make a difference. And they really do…
The best thing about teenagers is their way of thinking. They are not afraid of failing and even embrace it. When they see a problem, they solve it the digital way, sometimes simple, sometimes not so much. For an example we can take Kenneth Shinozuka who invented a sensor for Alzheimer patients or Gitanjali Rio who invented the led detection machine called the “Tethys”.
Of course, technology also has its bad side. Many young people spend hours on their phones or video games, which can lead to more stress and less time for experiencing real-life. That’s why learning how to use technology responsibly is very important. Good innovation should always make life better, not worse.
Schools today are also changing for the better. More teachers are now encouraging students to use their creativity with help of technology, to think outside of the box. Teamwork and critical thinking are becoming more important than just grades. In a world that is constantly changing, these skills help students prepare for the future.
Technology gives young people the power to turn ideas into reality. You don’t have to invent a robot or a new app to make a difference— sometimes it’s enough to think differently, to find a smarter way to do something, or to inspire others to do as well.
