1. Exploring Technology

2. Technological Advances

3. Exploring Technology
Technological developments or the creation of new types of technology promote human growth
In this presentation we will explore two examples of technological developments:
Techniques
Tools

4. Example 1: Techniques
Clear cutting refers to the clearing of forested areas by cutting down the vegetation (trees, shrubs and other plants) in the area
This is also referred to as deforestation
Why clear the forest?

5. Human Development
We clear forested areas in order to build shopping centers, homes, and roads
These forests are also cleared to create farmland

6. Before and after

7. Resulting human development

8. Example 2: Tools
Electronic devices (cell phones, computers) are becoming a huge problem because technology is changing so quickly
Computers, televisions and other electronic devices are being thrown out as “wastes”
These wastes are known “e-waste”

9. E-waste
Electronics contain hazardous materials that can be released into the soil and water as they sit in landfills
In 2007, it was estimated that Americans produced 3 million tons of e-waste

11. Directions: Turn to a partner and discuss the following question What did you do with your last cell phone, old T.V./computer?
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