Tech, AI & Education: Impacts and Transformations
Technology and Social Media
Is Social Media a Positive or Negative Influence?
Recently, modern technology has become a popular topic, leading to criticism of its impact on concentration. It is crucial for society to address how technology affects focus, as it significantly impacts productivity. I firmly believe that modern technology makes distractions far too accessible, especially for students.
- Firstly, smartphones and social media are major sources of distraction. For example, while studying for
Budgeting, Control Systems, and Organizational Dynamics
Financial Budget: Sources and Uses of Cash
Financial Budget | Sources and Uses of Cash |
Cash flow or cash budget | All sources of cash income and cash expenditures in monthly, weekly, or daily periods |
Capital expenditures budget | Costs of major assets such as a new plant, machinery, or land |
Balance sheet budget | Forecast of the organization’s assets and liabilities |
Operating Budget: Planned Operations in Financial Terms
Operating Budget | Planned Operations in Financial Terms |
Sales or revenue budget | Income that the |
Key Concepts in Educational Management and Policy
Key Concepts in Education
Educational Management
The task of setting objectives, providing resources, organizing and delegating, monitoring and supervising, directing and coordinating an educational center.
Educational Policy
An outline for each country, developed through elected bodies and individuals, to plan, organize, and evaluate its educational system.
Educational Administration
The institutional apparatus that directs, manages, and oversees the education system.
Leadership in Education
Addressing
Read MoreLifeguard Strategies: Area Control and Surveillance
Job Location
The location of the post should be established based on:
- A high perceptual control of the area to watch.
- An immediate access to water.
- Efficient distribution of posts. This distribution will in turn be based on:
- The estimated risks.
- The physical characteristics (size, shape, depth, etc.) of the area to watch.
For example, in conventional pools (rectangular), it is more effective to place the unit on one of the long sides. If there are two positions and a deeper zone, the other post will be
Read MoreDebates on Technology, Society, and Education
Big Brother and the Slippery Slope
Predictive Algorithms
I believe predictive algorithms can make better decisions than humans. Unlike us, they don’t let emotions affect their choices, which can sometimes result in unfair judgments. For example, a judge might make a biased decision due to personal beliefs, even if they try not to. But an algorithm would simply analyze the facts and data, making the decision fairer and less prone to human error.
Maria: unintentionally..
But if used correctly, predictive
Read MoreMastering Communication: Formal, Informal, Verbal & Non-Verbal
Understanding Communication: Types, Barriers, and Essentials
Formal communication refers to the structured and official way of exchanging information within an organization or between individuals. It typically follows specific protocols, guidelines, and channels, such as emails, reports, meetings, and official letters.
Key Characteristics of Formal Communication
- Structure: It often follows a predefined format or structure, which helps in maintaining clarity and professionalism.
- Official Tone: The language