What is the purpose of completing this assessment?
To think critically and thoughtfully about what you read in relation to innovation and technology
Guidelines
Based on chapters 4, 5, and 6 of Technology and Society: A World History and class discussions,
what are some lessons learned from the past related to technological innovation that can help
inform your understanding of the present (and possibly the future)?
In 2 pages, please explain how these lessons learned, any new insight gained or takeaways
relative to technology and innovation impact your understanding of the present (and, if you
wish the future).
As you reflect thoughtfully and critically about these chapters, please remember that the focus of this
writing is on you. The chapters are simply background and intended to inform your thinking. We are
interested in reading about any lessons you learned, any insight you gained, or any takeaways that
inform how you now perceive technology and innovation.
Therefore, please do not summarize the chapters. Instead, please describe those lessons learned,
insights gained, and takeaways that inform your perception of technology and innovation.