1. Do Now: Describe a time when you attempted to do something positive but experienced negative results.

2. Technological Revolution Unintended Consequences

3. What is the Industrial Revolution?  Historical Time Period between 1760-1920.  Humans used machines in factories to produce less expensive goods.  People moved to cities for jobs.

4. Factory Town What are some negative consequences?

5. 5 Cents A Spot (1888)

6. $1 a month to sleep in the sheds

7. 7 cents a night to sleep here Cigar makers working in their apartment

8. Night school Sweatshop where clothing was produced

9. Inside Factory What are some negative consequences?

10. Transportation Revolution  During the 1800s and early 1900s, water, steam, coal, and oil used as energy sources.  Boats, railroads, and airplanes developed to safely transport people and goods over long distances.  By the 1900s, the automobile provided people an opportunity for independent travel.

11. Transportation Revolution  What are some negative consequences?

12. Digital Communications Revolution  Building on prior technology – telegraph, telephone, television – new digital technology developed such as computer, cell phones, and Internet.  Communications made easier across the globe.  People have an increased access to information and knowledge.

13. Digital Communications Revolution  What are some negative consequences?

14. Key Question  Can these technological innovations be improved to lessen their negative qualities?