Argument Quote by David Gelernter
“While we bemoan the decline of literacy, computers discount words in favor of pictures and pictures in favor of video. While we fret about the decreasing cogency of public debate, computers dismiss linear argument and promote fast, shallow romps across the information landscape. While we worry about basic skills, we allow into the classroom software that will do a student's arithmetic or correct his spelling.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Age of Em, David Gelernter, 2015
Technology shifts focus from text to visual media, reducing depth of discourse and basic skill practice.
In simple terms: Tech favors images over words, weakening deep thinking.
Key Takeaway
Encourage balanced media use and critical thinking.
Themes
media
technology
education
critical thinking
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- classroom tech
- public debate
- personal learning
Key Concepts
digital literacy
cognitive depth
skill erosion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we integrate visual tools without losing depth?
- What skills should schools prioritize?
A Different Perspective
May limit creativity and visual literacy.
