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Writing as a technology

Posted on October 2, 2011 by danishaw

The introduction of new technologies within a society often results in a critique of how such innovations will affect human consciousness.  Plato argues how the technology of writing influences one’s memory, does not represent reality, and ultimately weakens the mind.  … Continue reading →

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The Power of Text

Posted on September 7, 2011 by danishaw

Hello All, My name is Danielle Boyd and I am in the later stages of my UBC M.Ed degree. I currently reside and teach in the beautiful town of Antigonish, Nova Scotia. For the most part, I teach math and … Continue reading →

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