Learning about Generations
Learning about Generations
By Karolay Araya Leiva
Our professor asked us what we know about generations. When I started thinking about that, I realized that the only think I knew was that there have been a lot of generations in human history, and that all of them have been characterized by specific aspects. However, I learned that there is much about human generations.
To analyze that, I thought of an example: it is complicated for elderly people to understand younger people, and they usually feel more comfortable when talking to people of their same generation because only with them they may feel understood and identified with. The same happens viceversa, youngsters think adults do not comprehend them, and only people of their same age can understand how they behave, and what they think.
Furthermore, this topic made me think about the generations that will come. We can guess how future generations will act, but none of us can be certain about that. People living in 1950 could not image that in 2020 it was gonna be possible for humans to communicate with their relatives or friends face to face even separed by long distances as it is possible now through video calls, just to mention one example. Of course we are sure that technology will improve with the pass of the years, and this is a reality, but we can`t image how it will change, and how future generations will live and interact among them.
Human evolution is amazing; what we have accomplished; and what is about to come is something that is even difficult for some of us to understand. Nonetheless, we need to consider always that humans are complex beings that are always looking for changes and improvements, so surely the generations that are coming will amazed us.
The question is: Will future generations impact positively the world?
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Hi Karolay. You pose a very intriguing question at the end of your post. I think that the world will continue to evolve and move to unknown territories. However, new generations will be shaped by the world around them. We must ensure that education, both formal and informal, will teach children and teenagers values that we would like to have our future.
ResponderEliminarSure, education is the key to change the future of humanity, so is our job to transmit the necessary values and cultural appreciation to ensure an appropriate future for the coming generations.
EliminarHi. Your question impressed me, too. I mean, it is a fact that human beings are greatly adapted to current circumstances. For example, this situation humanity faces right now is definitely challenging today’s generation adaptation. Many technological tools are now helping us to continue with our duties. However, developing some skills nowadays is affecting other skills in life.
ResponderEliminarIn my opinion, keeping the balance is the only way to obtain the benefits from these new generations’ advances without destroying those that were developed in past generations. I do not think progress is about eliminating or substituting but about adding and improving. Technology is incredibly useful, but we cannot let it kill our social abilities. Beyond computers, platforms, and cellphones, there still be people. For that reason, sometimes I am worried about how future generations will impact society. However, I consider this 2020 is going to let us many lessons regarding this.
Thank you so much for your post!
I loved the phrase "I do not think progress is about eliminating or substituting but about adding and improving." That is the way it should be, but we all know that recent generations could destroy all we know, so just as you I hope that sitations like the one we are facing change all people´s minds and make us value more what we have and what we are.
EliminarI remembered that when we saw the video about generations in the class, I was surprised because, on the contrary, I thought that different terms to refer to generations were older. It is interesting to see how those names were chosen naturally according to different aspects that characterized individuals at that moment. It is also fascinating to reflect on how society’s behaviors change culturally depending on what surrounds them. I realize that my parents are from a different generation when I talk to them about some topics. However, I started to discover that I am from another generation when I am with kids too. This has been new for me but also a learning experience, especially as a teacher since I am going to deal with different ages. Moreover, I think that neither generation is better than the other one, all of them have changed positively and negatively growing up from those situations. This has been enriching for history and the approximate generations. I love that you make us reflect on the past but also to expect what the future can bring. I enjoyed reading this post.
ResponderEliminarThe question at the end is really intriguing. While true, the future depends on the nine generations and their decisions. And we know that in the evolutionary process there are thousands of changing generations. In the last few decades, many of those generational changes have been mostly of thoughts, ideals, and points of view. The change between generations has allowed growth at a social and cultural level that leads to interaction with many other cultures. I know that I have responsibility for my contribution as part of citizenship and I look forward to contributing in whatever way I can. However, I also think and care about the generation called millennials. It is known that many teenagers and young adults are consumed by social networks and technology in general and that limits their potential.
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