Understanding Technology Concepts

The video tutorial introduces two key concepts: technological determinism and social construction of technology. Technological determinism suggests that technology directly determines outcomes, illustrated by examples of the internet being both beneficial and detrimental. In contrast, the social construction of technology posits that technology's impact is shaped by social contexts, exemplified by the hammer, which can be used for good or bad depending on its purpose.

What are the two key terms introduced in the video?

• Social construction of technology and digital divide

• Technological determinism and social construction of technology

• Technological determinism and social determinism

• Digital divide and technological determinism

Which of the following best describes technological determinism?

• Technology is a neutral tool shaped by society

• Technology directly determines social outcomes

• Technology has no impact on society

• Technology is always beneficial

According to technological determinism, what does the internet imply?

• Only freedom and democracy

• Only informational dictatorship

• Neither freedom nor dictatorship

• Both freedom and democracy, and informational dictatorship

What does the social construction of technology suggest about the use of a hammer?

• It can only be used for good

• It can only be used for bad

• Its use depends on the social context

• It is irrelevant to social construction

How does the social construction of technology view the role of technology?

• As a determinant of social outcomes

• As a tool with fixed outcomes

• As a tool whose impact is shaped by society

• As an inherently negative force